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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:50 PM IST
Astacool Eye Drop is used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. It helps to treat swelling, redness of the eye, and temporary relief from the eye's discomfort and burning. It works by narrowing the eye's blood vessels to reduce inflammation (redness and swelling in the eye). Also, it provides a cooling effect to the eye and reduces discomfort and pain. It may cause common side effects such as irritation, pain, blurred vision, photophobia at the application site, stinging. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Astroid Pharma

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Astacool Eye Drop

Astacool Eye Drop is used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. It helps to treat swelling and redness of the eye, as well as temporarily relieve the eye's discomfort and burning. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. Eye allergy is when the eye becomes red and swollen, leading to inflammation, discomfort, and pain.

Astacool Eye Drop contains Phenylephrine, Naphazoline, Menthol, and Camphor. Phenylephrine and naphazoline are decongestants, both working by narrowing the eye's blood vessels to reduce inflammation (redness and swelling in the eye). Menthol and camphor help to provide a cooling effect to the eye and reduce discomfort and pain.

Use Astacool Eye Drop as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Astacool Eye Drop for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of Astacool Eye Drop are irritation, pain, blurred vision, photophobia at the application site, and stinging. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

Astacool Eye Drop is for external use only. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove them before using Astacool Eye Drop, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Astacool Eye Drop. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are allergic to this medicine or taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after using this medicine as it may cause blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Astacool Eye Drop

Treatment of Allergic eye disease.

Medicinal Benefits

Astacool Eye Drop is an 'ophthalmic medication' primarily used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. It helps to treat swelling and redness of the eye, as well as temporarily relieve the eye's discomfort and burning. Phenylephrine and naphazoline present in Astacool Eye Drop are decongestants, both working by narrowing the eye's blood vessels to reduce inflammation. Menthol and camphor help to provide a cooling effect to the eye and reduce discomfort and pain.

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Astacool Eye Drop

  • Irritation in eye
  • Pain in eye
  • Blurred vision
  • Photophobia (discomfort on exposure to sunlight)
  • Stinging in eye

Drug Warnings

Do not take Astacool Eye Drop if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially eye medications, and products. Astacool Eye Drop contains phenylephrine, a pregnancy category C, and its safety in pregnancy is unknown. So, Astacool Eye Drop should only be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding women if prescribed by a doctor. If you wear contact lenses or wearing them, remove it before using Astacool Eye Drop, and you can put it back 15 minutes after using Astacool Eye Drop. Wash your hands properly before using Astacool Eye Drop to avoid any infection. If you are using two eye medications, never put them together; wait for at least 5 minutes and then put the second one. Astacool Eye Drop contains phenylephrine, which is contraindicated when taken along with MAO inhibitor. So, Astacool Eye Drop should not be used if you are taking any MAO inhibitor to avoid any serious drug reaction. Also, Astacool Eye Drop should be taken at least 14 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO).

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Astacool Eye Drop may interact with medicines used to treat hypertension (atenolol, propranolol), MAO (monoamine oxidase) inhibitor (Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine ), anti-asthma medicines (albuterol), migraine medicines (ergotamine, dihydroergotamine), blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin), anti-sickness drugs (domperidone, metoclopramide).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol intake and tobacco consumption with Astacool Eye Drop as it may cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and lack of concentration.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), kidney or liver problems, BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), inform your doctor before taking Astacool Eye Drop.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ATENOLOL
  • PROPRANOLOL
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • PHENELZINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • ALBUTEROL
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • DIHYDROERGOTAMINE
  • WARFARIN
  • ASPIRIN
  • DOMPERIDONE
  • METOCLOPRAMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yogurt to improve overall health.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
  • Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption with Astacool Eye Drop as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

Special Advise

  • Do not take Astacool Eye Drop if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days; it may cause serious drug interaction.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Eye Allergy: An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. While others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. Eye allergy is when the eye becomes red and swollen, leading to inflammation, discomfort, and pain.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Astacool Eye Drop is not known to interact with Astacool Eye Drop is taken together, but it should be taken in limit.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Astacool Eye Drop contains phenylephrine, which is a pregnacy category C and its safety in pregnancy is not known.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Astacool Eye Drop should be used with caution if you are breastfeeding. Also, do not touch the breast if you have put Astacool Eye Drop to avoid any harmful effect on the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Astacool Eye Drop is known to cause blurry vision, so do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration.

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Liver

Caution

Take Astacool Eye Drop with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Astacool Eye Drop with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Astacool Eye Drop is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving Astacool Eye Drop to children.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Astacool Eye Drop is used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. It provides relief from swelling, redness, discomfort and burning sensation.
Astacool Eye Drop is a combination drug containing 'ophthalmic medication,' primarily used to treat allergic diseases of the eye. Phenylephrine and naphazoline present in Astacool Eye Drop are decongestants, both working by narrowing the eye's blood vessels to reduce inflammation. Menthol and camphor help to provide a cooling effect to the eye and reduces discomfort and pain.
Yes, the use of Astacool Eye Drop can cause blurry vision for the short term. So, please do not drive or operate any car or machinery which requires concentration to avoid any mishappening.
No, you should not use Astacool Eye Drop if you are wearing contact lenses. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove it before using Astacool Eye Drop, and you can put it back 15 minutes after using Astacool Eye Drop.
Astacool Eye Drop contains phenylephrine which is contraindicated when taken along with MAO inhibitor. So, Astacool Eye Drop should not be used if you are taking any MAO inhibitor to avoid any serious drug reaction. Also, Astacool Eye Drop should be taken at least 14 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO).
No, Astacool Eye Drop should not be used simultaneously with other eye medications. At least, a gap of 5 minutes should be there between using two eye medications.
Astacool Eye Drop contains camphor, menthol, naphazoline, and phenylephrine as its active substances.
Astacool Eye Drop causes side effects such as pain in eye, irritation in eye, blurred vision, photophobia (discomfort on exposure to sunlight), and stinging in eye. These will mostly reduce over time as they do not require any medical treatment. Please, consult the doctor if these side effects persists or worsens.
You are recommended to use Astacool Eye Drop as frequently as advised by your doctor. Always wash your hands before using Astacool Eye Drop. Do not self-medicate.
To use the Astacool Eye Drop, start by washing your hands. Tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid to form a small pocket, and hold the dropper close without touching your eye. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
If you’ve used too much Astacool Eye Drop, rinse your eyes with clean water or saline to avoid irritation. Consult your doctor if you notice any symptoms such as redness, discomfort, blurred vision, or irritation
Store Astacool Eye Drop at room temperature. Protect from heat and light. Keep it out of reach from children. Disposal of Astacool Eye Drop is done by following the local guidelines.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Astacool Eye Drop. If you have glaucoma, high blood pressure, BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), coronary artery disease, and liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor. Astacool Eye Drop is not recommended for children under 12 years of age without medical advice.
Yes, Astacool Eye Drop can interact with other medicines to used treat hypertension (propranolol, atenolol), mono amino oxidase inhibitors (selegiline, isocarboxazid), anti-asthma medicines (albuterol), migraine medicines (ergotamine), blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin), anti-sickness drugs domperidone). Therefore, inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking.

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