Mezol Bottle Of 10ml Eye Drops

Mezol eye drops are an ocular anti-allergic medicine. It contains naphazoline, chlorpheniramine, and methylcellulose as its active components. Mezol eye drops are used to decrease the redness of the eyes, which may be due to allergic reactions, dusty or smoky atmosphere, eye strains, or due to chlorine in swimming pools.

This medicine shrinks the blood vessels of the eye and decreases the redness of the eyes. Do not use this medicine once its colour gets changed or becomes cloudy. Use this medicine exactly as advised by the doctor.

Avoid wearing contact lenses while on treatment. Before using Mezol eye drops, please discuss with your doctor if you have any other eye conditions. If irritation persists or increases after the use of this medicine, discontinue use and consult the doctor.

Mezol eye drops are not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age.

Dosage

Overdose

As Mezol eye drops 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 Mezol eye drops, instilll the drops as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next instilllation, skip the missed dose and instilll 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?

Mezol eye drops constrict the blood vessels of the eye and decrease the redness of the eyes. It also has a mild astringent property which helps to reduce redness and restore the flow to normal.

Directions for Use

• Use Mezol eye drops as instructed by your doctor.
• Shake well before use.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying.
• Use the exact number of drops recommended.
• After instilling the drops, close your eyes for 2-3 minutes; do not blink or squeeze.
• Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper, it must be kept clean.
• Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a napkin or tissue.
• If you are prescribed any other eye drops, you need to keep an interval of at least 5 minutes between both the drops.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Mezol eye drops during pregnancy?

You should always consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby before using Mezol eye drops as there is limited information about the effects of this medicine on pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Mezol eye drops while breastfeeding?

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding your baby before using Mezol eye drops.

Driving

Can I drive if I have instilled Mezol eye drops?

You may experience visual disturbances like blurred vision while using Mezol eye drops. Thus you should avoid driving until your vision is clear.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Mezol eye drop?

There is no information available on the interaction of Mezol eye drops with alcohol. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have high blood pressure.
• You are suffering from any mental health problems.
• You have any heart problems, diabetes, or thyroid problems.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to naphazoline, chlorpheniramine, methylcellulose, or any other ingredients of Mezol eye drops.
• If you have glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes).
• If you have other eye diseases.
• If you have had eye surgery.

Side effects

• Eye discomfort
• Eye irritation or burning

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• As Mezol eye drops are to be instilled externally in the eyes, it is less likely to interact with other medicines.
• However, consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating any other health conditions.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat your heart problems, mental health problems, or you are using other medicines for eye treatment.
• Inform your doctor about this medicine if you are undergoing any surgical procedure as it may interact with some anaesthetic medicines.

Storage and disposal

• Do not store above 25°C.
• Keep Mezol eye drops out of the sight and reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do Mezol eye drops work?

Mezol eye drop contains medicine known as Naphazoline which works by constricting the blood vessels of the eye and thus decreases the redness of the eyes. It also has mild astringent property, which helps to reduce redness and restore the flow to normal.

What is the use of Mezol eye drops?

Mezol eye drops are used to treat the redness of the eyes, which may occur due to a dusty or smoky atmosphere, eye strains or due to chlorine in swimming pools. This medicine is used to treat the allergic conditions of the eye. It decreases the redness and swelling of the eye. It also provides relief from burning and discomfort in the eyes.

How to use Mezol eye drop?

• Use Mezol eye drops as instructed by your doctor.
• Shake well before use.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying.
• Use the exact number of drops recommended.
• After instilling the drops, close your eyes for 2-3 minutes; do not blink or squeeze.
• Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper, it must be kept clean.
• Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a napkin or tissue.
• If you are prescribed any other eye drops, you need to keep an interval of at least 5 minutes between both the drops.

Can Mezol eye drops be used with contact lenses?

• No, it is better not to wear contact lenses if you getting allergic symptoms of the eye. They decrease the contact time of medicine with the eye and decreases the efficacy of the medicine. It is always better to consult your doctor before using it.
• If your doctor says it's okay to wear lenses, then follow these instructions: Remove contact lenses before application and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. This medicine may produce discolouration of contact lenses.

Can I use Mezol eye drops if I am having heart problems?

No, Mezol eye drops may get absorbed into your body system through the eye and produce serious side effects like abnormal heart rhythm, increased blood pressure, fast and pounding heartbeats, especially you have heart problems.

Can I use Mezol eye drops every day?

Mezol eye drops can be used every day if it is recommended by your doctor. You should use this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Use the exact number of drops recommended.

When should I not use Mezol eye drops?

• Mezol eye drops should not be used if:
• • you are allergic to naphazoline, chlorpheniramine, methylcellulose, or any other ingredients of Mezol eye drops.
• • you have glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes).
• • you have other eye diseases.
• • you have had eye surgery.