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SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML, Pack of 1 DROPS
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PROPARACAINE-0.5% W/V
Indoco Remedies Ltd
OPHTHALMIC
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Indoco Remedies Limited, Indoco House, 166 CST Road, Santacruz (E), Mumbai 400 098, INDIA
Other Info - SEN0181

FAQs

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML contains Proparacaine which works by temporarily blocks the pain signals from the nerves (painful site) to the brain, thereby numbing the affected area and provides relief from pain.
SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML may cause blurred vision, or make your eyes very sensitive to light. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be able to see clearly. However, these effects are temporary and resolve within a few hours. Discuss with your doctor the possible risks associated with SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML before using this medicine.
Remove contact lenses at least 15 minutes before using SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML as it causes eye irritation. SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML may cause photophobia (sensitivity to light), so wear sunglasses if you experience sensitivity to light after using this medicine. SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML may also cause blurred vision, so avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until your vision becomes normal.
SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML work with a single drop, the onset of anesthesia usually begins within 30 seconds and persists for 15 to 20 minutes.
The common side-effects of SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML are stinging in the eyes, burning sensation in the eye, eye redness and watery eyes. These side-effects are mild and temporary.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known whether SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML is a category C medicine. When clinically needed, SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML is given by a doctor to pregnant women after doing a risk/benefit assessment.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML may cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML can be given safely to patients with liver diseases when prescribed.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML can be given safely to patients with kidney diseases when prescribed.

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Children

Caution

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML should be used with caution in children. It is not recommended for use in newborns.

Reference

  1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/proparacaine-ophthalmic.html
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2002/12583s037lbl.pdf

About SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML belongs to the class of medications called ‘ophthalmic agents’ used for examining the eye during the diagnosis or detection of any eye disease, or therapeutic procedures. It can help detect eye inflammation or any other eye diseases such as uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eyewall) or in the ophthalmoscopy procedures (retinal examination) or during eye surgeries.

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML contains Proparacaine which works by blocking the pain signals at the nerve endings in the eye. This allows proper examination of the inside of your eye. It is commonly used to anesthetize the eye before cataract surgery or any other surgery in the eye and also in the examination of the eye.

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML is available for external use only in the form of eye drops. You should use SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML are headache, dizziness, blurred vision, photophobia (sensitivity to light), eye pain, eye irritation, and burning or stinging sensation in the eye. Most of these side effects of SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML in more than prescribed doses, or for a longer duration. Prolonged use of a topical ocular anesthetic is not recommended. It may produce permanent corneal opacification (loss of normal transparency of cornea) with accompanying visual loss. If you are allergic to SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. You are advised to consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. You are recommended not to use contact lenses during the course of SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML as it may worsen cause irritation. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be able to see clearly. This medicine may also make your eyes more sensitive to light. Until the effects wear off, protect your eyes from the sun or bright light. SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML is a cold chain medicine and so it has to be stored in the refrigerator between 2-8 degrees Celsius else its efficiency might be lost. Do not store in the freezer of the fridge.

Uses of SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML

Eye examination

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Medicinal Benefits

SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML belongs to the group of medicines called rapid-acting local anesthetics. It is used to prepare the eyes for an eye examination, surgery, or other conjunctival procedures. SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML contains Proparacaine, which works by blocking the pain signals at the nerve endings in the eye, thereby numbing the affected area and providing relief from pain. This allows proper examination of the inside of your eye.

Directions for Use

Wash your hands thoroughly with water before and after use. Lie down and tilt your head backward. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instill the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Wipe any excess liquid with a tissue. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip after use. Place the dropper back on the bottle and tighten the cap. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to the eye or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the contents.

Side Effects of SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML

  • Stinging in the eyes 
  • Burning sensation in the eye
  • Eye redness
  • Watery eyes

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. It is advised to remove contact lenses at least 15 minutes before instilling SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML drops as it may eye irritation. After you use SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML, your vision may become temporarily blurred. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML may make your eyes more sensitive to light. Protect your eyes in bright light; use dark sunglasses when outdoors. Prolonged use of a topical ocular anesthetic is not recommended. It may produce permanent corneal opacification with accompanying visual loss. Avoid touching your eye until the numbing effects of SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML have worn off completely. Inform your doctor if you have had heart problems and overactive thyroid before using SENSOCHEK EYE DROPS 5ML.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • BUPIVACAINE
  • CHLOROPROCAINE
  • AMYL NITRITE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Protect your eyes in bright light; use dark sunglasses when outdoors.
  • Patients should be advised to avoid touching the eye until the anesthesia has worn off.

 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for at least six to eight hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages as they can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This effect can also affect your body’s ability to fight off infections.
  • Reduce screen time (by avoiding watching tv or phone) and use sunglasses while going out into the sunlight.