Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml

Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to a class of antihistamine, and it is primarily used to treat itching/irritation of the eyes due to allergic conjunctivitis. Allergic conjunctivitis is a quite common eye inflammation caused by an allergic reaction from allergens, especially during hay fever season. Its body’s reaction against substances it considers as potentially harmful.

Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml contains Alcaftadine. It works by blocking the release of histamine, which is responsible for allergic symptoms. Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml comes in ophthalmic dosage form (eye drops).

Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml is for external use only. If you wear contact lenses, remove it before using Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml, and you can put it back 10 minutes after using Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml. You may experience irritation in the eyes, headache, mild taste, swelling of the inside of the nose and throat in some cases. Most of these side effects of Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Take Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Also, do not use Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml to treat irritation of the contact lens. It would be best to stop taking Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly as it may worsen your symptoms. Do not take Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml or any ingredient of Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml. Do not take any other eye medication along with Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml without talking to your doctor. Before using Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have or ever had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), any other eye problem, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml contains Alcaftadine, and it is an H1 histamine receptor antagonist. It is used to treat itching of the eyes due to allergies. It works by inhibiting the natural substance (histamine) action that is responsible for causing allergic symptoms. Due to the release of histamine, symptoms such as itching of the eyes can be seen.

• Eye irritation
• Itching, burning, or stinging of the eye
• Eye redness
• Runny nose
• Headache

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml or any of the ingredients of Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml, what other prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Please do not stop taking Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml suddenly, as it might worsen your symptoms. Do not swallow this medication as it may cause harm if swallowed, Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml is intended for use in the eye only. Wash your hands before and after instilling Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml. To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper. Do not put to eye medication simultaneously; wait for at least 5-10 minutes before putting in the second medication. If you develop/notice a new eye infection or injury, inform your doctor, change in eyesight, or awful (very bad) eye irritation after using Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml.

• Remove your contact lenses before using Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml to avoid any unpleasant side effects. 
• Do not put two eye drops together. Try to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes between the two eye drops. 

• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Alcarex Eye Drops 5 ml as they can make you dehydrated and affect eye's pressure.
• Visit an optician regularly.
• Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
• Regular moderate exercise and appropriate rest are important for a speedy recovery.
• Fruits and vegetables, which contain vitamins A and C, help improve vision.
• Include dairy foods in your diet that may improve eye health.
• Indulge yourself in aerobic exercise that relaxes eye muscles and the pressure built inside them.
• Consume more leafy vegetables, including cabbage, kale, and spinach, that improves eye health and lowers the risk of glaucoma.