Ocucel A Drops belongs to the class of medication called ‘ophthalmic agents’ primarily used to treat allergic eye disease symptoms such as eye redness, itching, puffiness, swelling, and watery eyes. 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.

Ocucel A Drops is a combination of two drugs, namely: Naphazoline (decongestant) and Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine). Naphazoline belongs to the class of decongestants that works by narrowing the eye's swollen blood vessels to reduce inflammation (redness and swelling in the eye). Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.

Ocucel A Drops is only for use in the eyes. Do not swallow or inject Ocucel A Drops. Use Ocucel A Drops as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Ocucel A Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience a burning or stinging sensation in the eyes or blurred vision. Most of these side effects of Ocucel A Drops do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ocucel A Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Ocucel A Drops. Ocucel A Drops is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. You are recommended to remove contact lenses before using Ocucel A Drops as it contains a preservative responsible for causing discoloration of soft contact lenses. However, you can put them back after 15 minutes of using Ocucel A Drops. If you are using two eye medications, wait for at least 5 minutes before using other eye medications. If you have narrow-angle glaucoma, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), an eye injury or infection, difficulty in urination, kidney, liver, or heart disease, inform your doctor before taking Ocucel A Drops.

Ocucel A Drops is a combination of two drugs, namely: Naphazoline and Chlorpheniramine used to treat symptoms of allergic eye diseases. Naphazoline belongs to the class of decongestants that work by narrowing the eye's blood vessels to reduce inflammation (swelling and redness in the eye). Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as eye redness, itching, puffiness, swelling, and watery eyes.

• Burning or stinging sensation in the eyes
• Blurred vision

If you are allergic to Ocucel A Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Ocucel A Drops. Ocucel A Drops is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. You are recommended to remove contact lenses before using Ocucel A Drops as it contains a preservative responsible for causing discoloration of soft contact lenses. However, you can put them back after 15 minutes of using Ocucel A Drops. Wash your hands properly before using Ocucel A Drops to avoid any infection. If you are using two eye medications, wait for at least 5 minutes before using other eye medications. Do not Ocucel A Drops in more than prescribed doses or for a prolonged time as it may worsen your symptoms and damage blood vessels in the eye. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking especially eye medications and products. If you have narrow-angle glaucoma, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), an eye injury or infection, difficulty in urination, kidney, liver, or heart disease, inform your doctor before taking Ocucel A Drops.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Ocucel A Drops may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, and tranylcypromine, furazolidone, linezolid, rasagiline), antidepressants (duloxetine), antianxiety drug (alprazolam), anti-asthma drugs (salmeterol).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid consumption of alcohol with Ocucel A Drops as it may increase drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have narrow-angle glaucoma, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), an eye injury or infection, difficulty in urination, kidney, liver or heart disease, inform your doctor before taking Ocucel A Drops.

• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• CETIRIZINE
• ISOCARBOXAZID
• PHENELZINE
• SELEGILINE
• TRANYLCYPROMINE
• FURAZOLIDONE
• LINEZOLID
• RASAGILINE
• DULOXETINE
• ALPRAZOLAM
• SALMETEROL

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

Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Ocucel A Drops as it may cause discolouration of soft contact lenses.

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.