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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is used in the treatment of severe keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) in adults. It is also used to treat dry eyes in patients whose condition has not been improved with artificial tears. This medicine contains cyclosporine which helps increase tear production and decrease inflammation (swelling) in the eye.
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Composition :

CYCLOSPORINE-0.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is used in the treatment of severe keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) in adults. Also, it is used to treat dry eyes in patients whose condition has not been improved with artificial tears. A dry eye is a common condition that occurs when tears are unable to provide sufficient moisture. 

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml contains Cyclosporine, which works by increasing tear production and decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the eye. 

Use Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience eye irritation, eye pain, watery eyes, itching in the eye, redness or swelling of the eyelid, and blurred vision using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml. Avoid using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml while you are wearing contact lenses. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. If you have or had an eye infection, inform your doctor before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml. 

Uses of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml

Treatment of Dry eyes and severe keratitis

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. Do not touch the tip of the container to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml. Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is for external use only. Do not inject Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml.

Medicinal Benefits

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml contains Cyclosporine, an immunosuppressant that increases tear production and decreases inflammation (swelling) in the eye. Thus, it is used in the treatment of severe keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) and to treat dry eyes in patients whose condition has not been improved with artificial tears. 

How Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml Works

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml contains Cyclosporine, which works by increasing tear production and decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the eye.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml

  • Eye irritation

  • Eye pain

  • Watery eyes

  • Itching in the eye

  • Redness or swelling of the eyelid

  • Blurred vision

What if I have taken an overdose of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml

An overdose of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is not expected to be dangerous. However, if an overdose is suspected, seek immediate medical help.

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor. Avoid using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml while you are wearing contact lenses. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. If you have or had an eye infection, inform your doctor before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of 15 minutes between using other eye medicines and Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml. Discard the bottle after 4 weeks of first opening to prevent infections.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CiclosporinSimvastatin
Critical
CiclosporinBosentan
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CiclosporinSimvastatin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Combining Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml and Simvastatin can increase the blood levels and effects of Simvastatin. This can increase the risk of side effects such as liver damage and rhabdomyolysis(involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml and Simvastatin together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
CiclosporinBosentan
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
When Bosentan is taken with Cyclosporine, it may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml with Bosentan is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe headache, nausea, or an increased heart rate, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CiclosporinCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Taking cyclosporine with cidofovir can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml with Cidofovir is not recommended, but can be taken be together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor
CiclosporinBaricitinib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Co-administration of Baricitinib with Cyclosporine can increase the risk of infections as well as some cancers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml with Baricitinib is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CiclosporinPitavastatin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Coadministration of pitavastatin with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may significantly increase the blood levels of pitavastatin which can increase the risk of side effects such as liver problems and rhabdomyolysis(involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pitavastatin with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is not recommended, as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like unexpected bruising or bleeding, skin rash, itching, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, yellowing of the skin or eyes, unexplained muscular pain, tenderness, or weakness, fever, dark urine, chills, joint pain, or swelling, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
CiclosporinRepaglinide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Coadministration of repaglinide and Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml can increase the blood levels and effects of repaglinide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking repaglinide together with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience headache, dizziness, drowsiness, anxiety, weakness, shaking, nausea, hunger, sweating, and palpitation. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
CiclosporinOrlistat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Coadministration of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml with Orlistat can reduce the levels and effects of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Orlistat and Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml, you can take these medicines together when prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CiclosporinEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Taking everolimus with cyclosporine may significantly increases the blood levels of everolimus.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking everolimus and Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. In case you experience any side effects like persistent cough, fever, chills, mouth ulcers, paleness of skin, or unusual bleeding or bruising, or blood in stools or urine, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CiclosporinDarunavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Co-administration of darunavir with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may increase the blood levels of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, darunavir can be taken with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dizziness, weakness, headache, shaking, fits, fever, sore throat, unusual bruising or bleeding, and increased or decreased urination. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor's advice.
CiclosporinPosaconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml:
Coadministration of posaconazole and Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml together can enhance the effects of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using posaconazole and Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, or headache. Do not stop taking 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

  • Use a humidifier in your room to increase moisture and avoid dry climates. 

  • Limit the time you spend in front of the television or computer.

  • If dry eyes are caused by environmental factors, wear protective eyewear during outdoor activities when it’s windy and avoid exposure to cigarette smoke. 

  • Limit wearing contact lenses and use soft contact lenses if you have dry eyes, as they are moist and allow the eye to breathe better than hard contact lenses.

  • Take omega-3-fatty acid supplements as they may be helpful in treating dry eyes. 

Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

IMMUNOSUPPRESSANTS

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Consult your doctor before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml if you are pregnant. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml in patients with liver problems, please consult your doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml in patients with kidney problems, please consult your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml should be used in children only if it is advised by a doctor. It is not recommended for use in children less than four years.

FAQs

Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml is used in the treatment of severe keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) in adults. Also, it is used to treat dry eyes in patients whose condition has not been improved with artificial tears.
Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml contains Cyclosporine, which works by increasing tear production and decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the eye. Thereby, it provides a soothing effect and relieves irritation and dryness caused by decreased tear flow.
You are recommended to use Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml after 15 minutes of using other eye medications only if advised by your doctor. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are using any other medicines before using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml
Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.
You are recommended to avoid wearing contact lenses while using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml as it may cause eye irritation. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before applying Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml. Also, inform your doctor if you experience pain, stinging or abnormal sensation in the eye after using Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml.
You are recommended to discuss with your doctor before using eye drops containing steroids with Hydroeyes Eye Drops 3 ml as there is a risk of side effects if used both medicines simultaneously.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India Country of Origin: India
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