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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat allergic eye inflammations. It relieves symptoms like eye-watering, itching, redness, and irritation by suppressing the immune cell response. It contains Tacrolimus, which works by inhibiting the production of inflammatory chemicals by specific immune cells (T lymphocytes). In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as a foreign body sensation in the eye, a burning sensation, and blurred vision.

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Composition :

TACROLIMUS-0.03%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat allergic eye inflammations. It relieves symptoms like eye-watering, itching, redness and irritation by suppressing the immune cell response.

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Tacrolimus, which works by inhibiting the production of inflammatory chemicals by specific immune cells (T lymphocytes).

In some cases, Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause side effects such as foreign body sensation in the eye, burning sensation, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause blurred vision; therefore, drive only if you have clear vision. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm

Treatment of Eye inflammation

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the ointment into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Medicinal Benefits

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat eye inflammation Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Tacrolimus, which has anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory activity. It works by acting on certain cells in the immune system. Thereby, it helps treat eye inflammation. This medicine may be indicated in conditions such as severe atopic blepharoconjunctivitis (inflammation of eyelid and conjunctiva), intractable allergic conjunctivitis (eye inflammation caused by allergy), giant papillary conjunctivitis (allergic reaction of the eye), corneal graft rejection, vernal keratoconjunctivitis (allergic inflammation of the conjunctiva) and atopic keratoconjunctivitis (inflammatory disease of the eye). Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement even after two weeks of treatment with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm.

How Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm Works

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm contains Tacrolimus, which works by inhibiting the production of inflammatory chemicals by specific immune cells (T lymphocytes).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm

  • Foreign body sensation in the eye
  • Blurred vision
  • Burning sensation

What if I have taken an overdose of Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm

Due to low expected systemic passage of Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm, overdose is not likely. However, the risk of overdose cannot be excluded. In case of overdose, rinse with water or 0.9% normal saline water. Call your doctor or get medical care right away.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform the doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, diabetes, blood coagulation problems, heart problems, infections, allergic reactions, red eye or tearing. Avoid sunlight (UV) exposure and consumption of grapefruit juice. Do not touch the tip of the container to prevent contamination. Let the doctor know if you are using any other medicines.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TacrolimusZiprasidone
Critical
TacrolimusCidofovir
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TacrolimusZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking cidofovir with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Cidofovir is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
TacrolimusMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Mifepristone may significantly increase the blood levels of Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm, which may increase the risk and/or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Mifepristone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Ziprasidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusDronedarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with dronedarone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Dronedarone is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with saquinavir can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Saquinavir is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Combining Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Thioridazine can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with Thioridazine is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusPiroxicam
Severe
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with piroxicam may increase risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm and piroxicam together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusTobramycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with tobramycin may increase risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm and tobramycin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TacrolimusTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm with telithromycin may significantly increase the blood levels of Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm, which may lead to severe side effects such as infections, diabetes, kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart problems and hyperkalemia(high potassium levels in blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm and telithromycin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands. 
  • Avoid rubbing the eyes.
  • Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
  • Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
  • Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
  • If you wear contact lenses, clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens. 
  • Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes for every 20 minutes.
  • Blink regularly as it helps in the spread of hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether alcohol affects Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm may not be recommended during pregnancy. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm may not be recommended during breastfeeding. Please consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm might cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Please consult the doctor about using Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm in children.

FAQs

Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat allergic eye inflammations. It relieves symptoms like eye-watering, itching, redness and irritation by suppressing the immune cell response.
Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm helps treat inflammation by acting on specific cells responsible for inflammation.
It is recommended to remove contact lenses while using Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm. If you have any concerns, talk to your doctor about using contact lenses with Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm during treatment.
The duration of treatment depends on your condition and how well you respond to the treatment. If your condition worsens or if you do not see any improvement despite using Entrak Soothe Eye Ointment 5 gm for 2 weeks, consult your doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ashirwad building, S.V.Road, Opp. Badi Masjid, Bandra(W), Mumbai-400050, INDIA
Other Info - ENT0135

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