{"id":5594,"date":"2020-12-22T15:29:50","date_gmt":"2020-12-22T15:29:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=5594"},"modified":"2021-07-15T19:53:08","modified_gmt":"2021-07-15T19:53:08","slug":"artelac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/artelac\/","title":{"rendered":"Artelac &#8211; Hypromellos uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\n\neye drops, solution&nbsp;<br>eye drops&nbsp;, solution,&nbsp;single-dose container<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Artelac is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Artelac is a tear substitute that acts as the natural tear fluid and lubricates and moisturizes the eye.&nbsp;Artelac&nbsp;eye drops&nbsp;relieve symptoms of dry eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What you need to know before using Artelac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Artelac eye drops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Artelac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you use another eye preparation, wait at least 5 minutes between the different preparations;&nbsp;drop Artelac at the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Artelac can be used during pregnancy and lactation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The eye drops can cause temporary blurred vision immediately after dripping.&nbsp;You should avoid driving and using machines until this effect has disappeared.<br><\/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.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact lenses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wear contact lenses, remove the lenses before dropping Artelac and replace them after 15 minutes at the earliest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Artelac&nbsp;eye drops&nbsp;in&nbsp;single-dose&nbsp;containers do not contain&nbsp;preservatives.&nbsp;Therefore, they can be used with contact lenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Artelac contains phosphate buffer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Artelac&nbsp;eye drops&nbsp;solution contains 0.051 mg&nbsp;phosphate&nbsp;per drop equivalent to 1.84 mg \/ ml.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Artelac&nbsp;eye drops, solution,&nbsp;the single-dose&nbsp;container contains 0.068 mg&nbsp;phosphate&nbsp;per drop corresponding to 1.84 mg\/ml.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have severely damaged&nbsp;cornea,&nbsp;in very rare cases,&nbsp;phosphate&nbsp;can cause cloudy spots on the cornea due to the accumulation of&nbsp;calcium&nbsp;during treatment.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How to use Artelac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is one drop in each eye if needed.&nbsp;Your doctor may also decide on another&nbsp;dosage.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Before use:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>wash your hands<\/li><li>choose the position that feels most natural to you (you can, for example, sit down, lie on your back, stand in front of the mirror)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Single-dose container:<\/em>&nbsp;<br>A&nbsp;single-dose container&nbsp;is sufficient for both eyes.&nbsp;After use, the single-dose container should be discarded with any remaining solution.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application:<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Single-dose containers: The<\/em>&nbsp;<br>instructions for use for single-dose containers are printed on the packaging.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Eye drop bottle:<\/em><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>1.Open the bottle.&nbsp;Avoid touching anything with the tip of the bottle so that the contents are not contaminated.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2. Tilt your head back and hold the bottle above your eye.<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product;jsessionid=oL-K71JmOL1bpx7Z45NSNpVB3kTLU6RPYD1ZPLSderD1ONEJ_KWE!1291279176?userType=2&amp;nplId=19990813000022#\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><br><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3. Pull the lower eyelid down, look up and squeeze a drop into the eye.<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product;jsessionid=oL-K71JmOL1bpx7Z45NSNpVB3kTLU6RPYD1ZPLSderD1ONEJ_KWE!1291279176?userType=2&amp;nplId=19990813000022#\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><br><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4. Blink a few times so that the drop spreads.&nbsp;Close the bottle.<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product;jsessionid=oL-K71JmOL1bpx7Z45NSNpVB3kTLU6RPYD1ZPLSderD1ONEJ_KWE!1291279176?userType=2&amp;nplId=19990813000022#\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><br><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wait at least 5 minutes between each application if you are using multiple medicines in the same eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Artelac than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no known reactions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects, although not everybody gets them.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Artelac may cause temporary blurred vision or a burning sensation in the eye.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have severely damaged&nbsp;cornea,&nbsp;in very rare cases,&nbsp;phosphate&nbsp;can cause cloudy spots on the cornea due to the accumulation of&nbsp;calcium&nbsp;during treatment.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact your doctor if you feel great discomfort or have other problems with the use of the eye drops.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Artelac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An opened bottle should be used within 4 weeks.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The single-dose containers and unopened bottles should not be stored above 25 \u00b0 C.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The single-dose container should be discarded immediately after use.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label \/ single-dose container and carton.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Artelac bottle&nbsp;drops&nbsp;:<\/strong>&nbsp;Hypromellose 3.2 mg \/ ml, cetrimide 0.10 mg \/ ml, disodium phosphate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate, disodium edetate, sorbitol and water for injections.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Artelac single-dose&nbsp;eye drops&nbsp;Hypromellose 3.2 mg\/ml<\/strong>, disodium phosphate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate, sorbitol, and water for injections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BAUSCH HEALTH IRELAND LIMITED<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3013 Lake Drive<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Citywest Business Campus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dublin 24 &#8211; D24PPT3 &#8211; Ireland<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr.&nbsp;Gerhard Mann Chem.-pharm.&nbsp;Fabrik GmbH&nbsp;<br>13581 Berlin&nbsp;<br>Germany<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For further information on this medicinal product, please contact the representative of the Marketing Authorization Holder:<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Artelac is a tear substitute that acts as the natural tear fluid and lubricates and moisturizes the eye. 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