Lubrex Bottle Eye Drops

Lubrex Eye drops act as a lubricant and is used to provide temporary relief from burning, irritation and discomfort due to dryness in the eye or exposure to wind or sun. It helps in re-establishing the natural moisture of your eyes using natural tears. It is also known as an artificial tear.

Lubrex Eye drops contain carboxymethylcellulose as its active ingredient. Dryness of the eye can be due to various factors such as wind, sunlight, continuous use of computers and staying in air-conditioned setups. Use these eye drops exactly as instructed by the doctor.

Avoid wearing contact lenses while using them. On Tears Eye drops , Loc Tears Fusion Eye drops , Lubrex DS 1% Eye drops and Veldrop 1% Eye drops also contain carboxymethylcellulose as its active ingredient. Before using Lubrex, it is better to discuss with your doctor if you have any other eye conditions.

Dosage

Overdose

As Lubrex Eye drop is meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor as soon as possible or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed using Lubrex Eye drop, instil the drops as soon as possible if the next instillation is more than 4 hours later. If it is almost time for the next instillation, skip the missed dose and instil the drops at the time of the next dose as planned. Avoid overuse of this medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Our eyes continuously produce tears and store them in a sac-like structure in the eyes. When there is a decrease in the production of tears, it leads to the drying of the eyes which causes further irritation, redness and itching.
• Carboxymethylcellulose present in Lubrex Eye drops has a high viscosity which prevents the drainage of tears and increases the retention time in the eye. Thus, the tears that are formed are retained in the eyes for a longer time, lubricating the eyes.

Directions for Use

• Use Lubrex Eye drops as recommended by your doctor.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using this medicine.
• Close your eyes for 2-3 minutes, and do not blink or squeeze after application.
• Keep away from touching your eyes with the dropper and it must be kept clean.
• Wipe the extra liquid from your face with a tissue.
• It is advised to remove your contact lens before using this medicine.
• Check for the colour of the solution.
• Avoid using it if it has changed colour or has become cloudy.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I instil Lubrex Eye drop during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of Lubrex Eye drop on human pregnancy. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I instil Lubrex Eye drop while breastfeeding?

Lubrex Eye drop can be used while breastfeeding as this is meant for external application and chances of its absorption are negligible.

Driving

Can I drive if I have instilled Lubrex Eye drop?

You may experience visual disturbances like blurred vision and the inability to recognise objects properly. Therefore, you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I have instilled Lubrex Eye drop?

There is no information available on the interaction of this medicine with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You may experience irritation, pain, eye redness and vision changes. If your condition worsens, you might have to discontinue the treatment.
• Contact lenses should be removed before each application and should be inserted after 15 minutes.
• Concomitant eye medication should be administered 15 minutes before the instillation of Lubrex Eye drop.
• To avoid contamination or possible eye injury, do not touch the tip of the bottle or vial to any surface and avoid contact with the eye.
• Discard the open single-dose container after use.
• If you accidentally ingest or swallow this medicine, contact your doctor or visit the hospital immediately.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to carboxymethylcellulose or any of the other ingredients of Lubrex Eye drops.

Side effects

• Eye pain
• Burning
• Redness
• Itching
• Irritation
• Eye discharge
• Visual disturbances

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Inform your doctor about any other medicine, supplement or OTC products that you are currently consuming.
• If you use another eye drop product along with this medicine, keep a minimum gap of 15 minutes between the application of both the medicines.

Interactions with food items

Lubrex Eye Drop has no known interactions with food.

Storage and disposal

• Store Lubrex Eye drops at or below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
• Keep it away from children and pets.
• You should not use it once the expiry date has passed and discard it properly.
• Do not use this medicine if you notice the contents are of a different colour in any way or if particles are present.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Lubrex Eye drop be used with contact lenses?

No, it is advisable to remove contact lenses and then instil this medicine. You can use the lenses 15 mins after instilling the drops.

Can I use Lubrex Eye drop frequently?

Although it is safe for use, it should be used only as frequently as prescribed by your doctor.

Do Lubrex Eye drop have any effects on the heart?

Lubrex Eye drop contain Carboxymethylcellulose that does not get absorbed in your blood in significant concentration, to cause any systemic illness, including heart diseases.

Is it safe to use Lubrex eye drop everyday?

Use Lubrex eye drop for the exact duration and in the dose prescribed by the doctor. Ideally, it should not be used more than 4 times a day.

How many times we can use the Lubrex eye drops?

You can use the Lubrex eye drop as per the need, or as told by the physician.

Lubrex vs Refresh tears, which is better?

Both the medicines contain carboxymethylcellulose as their active ingredient. The doctor will prescribe you the appropriate eye drop on the basis of the underlying condition and medical history. It is advised to use the recommended brand only.