Hypromellose eye drops

About hypromellose eye drops

Hypromellose eye drops are also known as 'artificial tears'. They are used to relieve eye dryness and soreness, particularly where the dryness is caused by a reduced flow of tears. They moisten, soothe and lubricate the surface of your eye, making it feel more comfortable.

Las gotas pueden adquirirse con receta o sin ella en una farmacia.

Before using hypromellose eye drops

To make sure this is the right treatment for you, before you start using hypromellose eye drops it is important that your doctor or pharmacist knows:

• Si usa lentes de contacto blandas.

• Si alguna vez ha tenido una reacción alérgica a un conservante de cualquier colirio.

How to use hypromellose eye drops

1. Lávese bien las manos antes de utilizar las gotas.

2. Retire el tapón del frasco (o la punta de la unidad si utiliza una unidad dosificadora de un solo uso).

3. Inclina un poco la cabeza hacia atrás y tira del párpado inferior del ojo hacia abajo para formar una bolsa.

4. Mantenga el frasco (o la unidad de dosis única) boca abajo cerca del ojo. Procure no tocarse el ojo al hacerlo.

5. Apply enough pressure to release one drop into your eye. Some brands will require you to squeeze the bottle gently to do this; other brands will just need a gentle press on the base of the bottle to release a drop - check the manufacturer's information leaflet provided with the drops for further information. Only use a second drop if the first one missed going into your eye.

6. Close your eye for a minute or two.

7. Repita el proceso en el otro ojo si le han indicado que utilice las gotas en ambos ojos.

8. Replace the cap (or if you are using the single-use dose unit, throw it away).

Aproveche al máximo su tratamiento

• Antes de empezar a usar el colirio, lea el prospecto impreso del fabricante que se suministra con el envase. Le dará más información sobre el uso de las gotas y le proporcionará una lista completa de los efectos secundarios que puede experimentar.

• Use one drop into the eye (or eyes) affected by dryness. Many people find it is sufficient to use the drops three or four times a day, but you can use the drops every hour if your eyes are very dry. If the drops have been prescribed for you, then follow the directions given by your doctor.

• Por favor, tenga cuidado de que el cuentagotas no toque su ojo, sus dedos o cualquier otra superficie. Esto podría contaminar las gotas que quedan en el frasco.

• Si olvida ponerse las gotas a la hora "habitual", no se preocupe, póngaselas cuando se acuerde. No "duplique" el número de gotas para compensar el olvido.

• When first put in, eye drops may cause blurred vision. This should quickly clear. Make sure you can see clearly again before you drive and before using tools or machines.

• If you are using any other eye drops or ointments, leave about ten minutes between applying each one. It is usually recommended that you use hypromellose last. This is so that the drops stay in contact with your eye and lubricate it for as long as possible.

• Do not wear soft contact lenses while you are using the drops unless your doctor or pharmacist has advised you otherwise. This is because there is a preservative in many of the brands of hypromellose eye drops which can affect soft contact lenses.

Can hypromellose eye drops cause problems?

Hypromellose can occasionally cause a mild stinging sensation, but this usually soon passes and not everyone will experience this. If you experience any other eye problems, especially if you think they may be due to the drops, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

How to store hypromellose eye drops

• Mantenga todos los medicamentos fuera del alcance y de la vista de los niños.

• Almacenar en un lugar fresco y seco, lejos del calor y la luz directos.

• Eye drops only keep for four weeks once the container has been opened, so do not use the drops if the bottle has been open for longer than this. This helps to reduce the risk of eye infection.

• Las unidades monodosis deben utilizarse tan pronto como se abran. No guarde una unidad abierta para utilizarla más tarde. Esto se debe a que las unidades no contienen ningún conservante.

Información importante sobre todos los medicamentos