{"id":24497,"date":"2022-08-24T11:03:44","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T11:03:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=24497"},"modified":"2022-08-25T08:13:15","modified_gmt":"2022-08-25T08:13:15","slug":"tears-naturale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/tears-naturale\/","title":{"rendered":"Tears Naturale &#8211; Dextran 70\/hypromellose uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>1 mg\/ml + 3 mg\/ml eye drops, solution<br>dextran 70\/hypromellose<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Tears Naturale is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tears Naturale contains the active substances dextran 70 and hypromellose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tears Naturale is an artificial tear fluid that helps the natural tear film and lubricates unpleasant dry spots in the eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tears Naturale is used to treat the eyes in connection with mild eye irritation or dry eyes in adults, the elderly, and young people over 12 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dextran 70 and hypromellose found in Tears Naturale may also be approved to treat other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Tears Naturale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Tears Naturale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to dextran 70, hypromellose, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Tears Naturale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience headache, pain in the eye, vision changes, persistent eye&nbsp;redness&nbsp;or irritation, or if the eye does not improve, stop using the medicine and consult a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the solution changes color or becomes cloudy, do not use the eye drops.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Tears Naturale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of simultaneous use of other drugs has not been studied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When contacting a doctor or other healthcare professional, remember to mention that you are using or have recently used Tears Naturale.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tears Naturale can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding and is not expected to have any effect on\u00a0fertility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving ability and use of machinery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If blurred vision or other visual disturbances occur after using Tears Naturale, you should wait to drive or operate machinery until your vision clears again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Description of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0Discuss with a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<br><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Tears Naturale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults, the elderly, and young people over 12 years of age<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1\u20132 drops in the affected eye 3\u20134 times daily unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use Tears Naturale only for eye drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to use&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Tears Naturale correctly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the cap is removed, the safety ring should be removed (if loose) before using the drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19970109000059#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/imaging\/resources\/249cc75b-f2f0-4903-8f24-bfbcdf63b111\" alt=\"Usage description\" title=\"Usage description\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take out the bottle of Tears Naturale.<\/li><li>Wash your hands and sit in front of a mirror.<\/li><li>Unscrew the lid.<\/li><li>Hold the bottle upside down between your thumb and middle finger (picture 1).<\/li><li>Tilt your head back.\u00a0Pull down the lower eyelid with a clean finger so that a &#8220;pocket&#8221; is formed between the eyelid and the eye.\u00a0The drop should end up here.<\/li><li>Hold the tip of the bottle close to the eye.\u00a0Use a mirror if that helps.<\/li><li>Do not touch the eye or eyelid, surrounding areas, or other surfaces with the dropper tip.\u00a0It can contaminate the eye drops in the bottle.<\/li><li>Do not squeeze the bottle: it is designed so that only light pressure is needed on the bottom (picture 2).<\/li><li>Lightly press the bottom of the bottle to drip one drop of Tears Naturale at a time (picture 3).<\/li><li>If you are using Tears Naturale in both eyes, repeat steps 4 to 9 for the other eye.<\/li><li>Screw the lid on tightly immediately after use.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If a drop misses the eye, try again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you use other&nbsp;eye drops&nbsp;or eye ointments, wait at least 5 minutes between each medication.&nbsp;Eye ointments should be used last.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you have used too much Tears Naturale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An&nbsp;overdose&nbsp;of Tears Naturale can be flushed out of the eye with lukewarm tap water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or, for example,\u00a0a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for an assessment of the risk and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Tears Naturale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take a\u00a0dose, take it as soon as you remember.\u00a0If it is almost time for your next\u00a0dose, skip the missed\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a missed\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been seen with Tears Naturale:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 users):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Effects in the eyes: blurred vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 users):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Effects in the eyes: dry eyes, eyelid disorder, abnormal sensation in the eye, the sensation of having something in the eye, discomfort in the eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 users):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Effects in the eyes:&nbsp;itching&nbsp;in the eye, eye irritation, red eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>General side effects: headache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Has been reported (occurring in an unknown number of users):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Effects in the eyes:\u00a0erythema\u00a0(\u00a0redness\u00a0) of the eyelid, eye pain, swollen eyes, discharge from the eye, crusting of the eyelids, and increased tear flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>General side effects:&nbsp;allergy&nbsp;(hypersensitivity).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Tears Naturale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use before the expiry date stated on the packaging after &#8220;Expiry Date&#8221;.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discard the bottle 4 weeks after opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Store at a maximum of 25 \u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines must not be thrown into the drain or among the household waste.\u00a0Ask the pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer used.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substances are dextran 70 and hypromellose.\u00a01 ml of solution contains 1 mg of dextran 70 and 3 mg of hypromellose.<\/li><li>Other ingredients are polonium chloride (preservative), sodium chloride, borax, potassium chloride, sodium hydroxide, and\/or\u00a0hydrochloric acid\u00a0(for\u00a0pH\u00a0adjustment), and purified water.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appearance and package sizes of the medicine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tears Naturale is a clear, colorless solution supplied in a 10 ml plastic bottle (DROPTAINER) with a screw cap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Package size: 10 ml.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcon Nordic A\/S<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Edvard Thomsens Vej 14<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2300 Copenhagen S<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcon Laboratories Belgium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lichterveld 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2870 Puurs-Sint-Amands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Belgium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SA Alcon-Couvreur NV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rijksweg 14<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2870 Puurs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Belgium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Siegfried El Masnou, SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Camille Fabra 58<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>08320 El Masnou<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Barcelona<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spain<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tears Naturale contains the active substances dextran 70 and 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