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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is used to treat eye allergy and digital eye strain. It works by blocking the chemical messengers that cause red, itchy, and watery eyes and constrict/narrow the blood vessels in the eye to reduce inflammation. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as pain, irritation, blurred vision and stinging sensation. Avoid touching the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the product.
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About Ocurest-AH Eye Drops

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy) and computer vision syndrome (digital eye strain). Ocurest-AH Eye Drops provides relief from watery eyes, redness, itching, burning sensation, discomfort and dryness of the eyes due to exposure to wind, sun, or dust. Allergic conjunctivitis, also known as eye allergy, is the immune response when the eye comes in contact with an irritating substance known as an allergen.

Phenylephrine, Naphazoline, Chlorpheniramine, Camphor, and Menthol are all components of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops. Decongestants such as phenylephrine and naphazoline constrict or narrow the blood vessels in the eye, which reduces inflammation (redness and swelling). An antiallergic drug called chlorpheniramine maleate prevents the release of particular chemical messengers that cause red, itchy, and watery eyes. Menthol and camphor contribute to the cooling effect on the eye. Together, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops aids in easing the symptoms of an eye allergy.

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is for ophthalmic (eye) use only. Use the dropper provided by the pack to instil the drops into the eye. You are advised to use Ocurest-AH Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as pain, irritation, blurred vision and stinging sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Talk to your doctor if the irritation persists despite using Ocurest-AH Eye Drops for three days or if the condition worsens. Consult your doctor before using the Ocurest-AH Eye Drops if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ocurest-AH Eye Drops should not be used in children unless prescribed by the doctor. Please do not touch the tip of the dropper, as it may contaminate the contents. Inform your doctor regarding other prescription, non-prescription and herbal medicines you take to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops

Treatment of Conjunctivitis, Eye allergy, Computer vision syndrome.

Directions for Use

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Ocurest-AH Eye Drops. 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. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Ocurest-AH Eye Drops.

Medicinal Benefits

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops combines five drugs: Phenylephrine, Naphazoline, Chlorpheniramine, Camphor and Menthol. Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis and computer vision syndrome (digital eye strain) associated with watery eyes, itching and redness of the eye. Ocurest-AH Eye Drops provides relief from redness, itching, burning sensation and discomfort due to the eye's dryness and exposure to wind, sun or dust. Phenylephrine and naphazoline are decongestants that work by constricting or narrowing the eye's blood vessels, and this helps relieve itching and irritation. An antiallergic drug called chlorpheniramine maleate prevents the release of particular chemical messengers that cause red, itchy, and watery eyes. Menthol and camphor contribute to the cooling effect on the eye. Together, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops aids in easing the symptoms of an eye allergy.

How Ocurest-AH Eye Drops Works

Phenylephrine, Naphazoline, Chlorpheniramine, Camphor, and Menthol are all components of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops. Decongestants such as phenylephrine and naphazoline constrict or narrow the blood vessels in the eye, which reduces inflammation (redness and swelling). An antiallergic drug called chlorpheniramine maleate prevents the release of particular chemical messengers that cause red, itchy, and watery eyes. Menthol and camphor contribute to the cooling effect on the eye. Together, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops aids in easing the symptoms of an eye allergy.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops

  • Pain
  • Irritation
  • Stinging sensation
  • Blurred vision

What if I have taken an overdose of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops

Though it is unlikely to cause any harm if you have overdosed, it is advised not to exceed the recommended dose. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 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 medication products. Ocurest-AH Eye Drops contains phenylephrine, a pregnancy category C, and its safety in pregnancy is unknown. So, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops should only be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding women if prescribed by a doctor. If you wear contact lenses or wear them, remove them before using Ocurest-AH Eye Drops, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Ocurest-AH Eye Drops. Wash your hands properly before using Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 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. Ocurest-AH Eye Drops contains phenylephrine, which is contraindicated when taken with an MAO inhibitor. So, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops should not be used if you take any MAO inhibitor to avoid any serious drug reaction. Also, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops should be taken at least 14 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChlorpheniraminePotassium chloride
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ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChlorpheniraminePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Co-administration of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Taking Furazolidone with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
ChlorpheniramineEluxadoline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Eluxadoline can increase the levels of both the medications, which may the risk of constipation and other stomach related problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml and Eluxadoline, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ChlorpheniramineKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Co-administration of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Ketamine can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml and Ketamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and breathing difficulty. Avoid activities requiring mental focus such as driving, operating dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniramineIsocarboxazid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml:
Co-administration of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Isocarboxazid can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 10ml with Isocarboxazid can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you have any of these symptoms - dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, disorientation, memory problems, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, rapid heartbeat, - make sure to consult the doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to 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 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 Ocurest-AH Eye Drops as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS
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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is not known to interact with Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is taken together, but it should be taken in limit.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops contains phenylephrine, which is a pregnancy category C and its safety in pregnancy is not known.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

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

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Driving

Unsafe

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 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 Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 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 Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 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

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving Ocurest-AH Eye Drops to children

FAQs

Ocurest-AH Eye Drops treats allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy) and computer vision syndrome (digital eye strain). Ocurest-AH Eye Drops provides relief from watery eyes, redness, itching, burning sensation, discomfort and dryness of the eyes due to exposure to wind, sun, or dust.
Phenylephrine, Naphazoline, Chlorpheniramine, Camphor, and Menthol are all components of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops. Decongestants such as phenylephrine and naphazoline constrict or narrow the eye's blood vessels, reducing inflammation (redness and swelling). An antiallergic drug called chlorpheniramine maleate prevents the release of particular chemical messengers that cause red, itchy, and watery eyes. Menthol and camphor contribute to the cooling effect on the eye. Together, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops aids in easing the symptoms of an eye allergy.
Ocurest-AH Eye Drops contains phenylephrine which is contraindicated when taken along with MAO inhibitor. So, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops should not be used if you are taking any MAO inhibitor to avoid any serious drug reaction. Also, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops should be taken at least 14 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO).
No, Ocurest-AH Eye Drops should not be used simultaneously with other eye medications. At least, a gap of 5 minutes should be there between using two eye medications.
Yes, the use of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops 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 Ocurest-AH Eye Drops if you are wearing contact lenses. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove them before using Ocurest-AH Eye Drops, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Ocurest-AH Eye Drops.
Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is for ophthalmic use only. First, wash your hands thoroughly. Lie down and tilt your head backward. 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. Keep your eyes closed for 1-2 minutes. After use, replace the outer cap.
When using eye drops, ensure that the dropper tip does not come into contact with your eye, eyelids, or the surrounding area to keep it clean and prevent contamination. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Ocurest-AH Eye Drops.
You should use Ocurest-AH Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, depending on your medical condition. Typically, it is used for a short period to relieve symptoms like eye irritation or allergies. If you are unsure or if your symptoms do not improve, consult your doctor.
Ocurest-AH Eye Drops is not typically recommended for children under 12 years old. If you're considering using it for your child, consult with your doctor first. They will evaluate your child's individual needs, medical history, and health status to determine if it's appropriate and safe to use.
The common side effects of Ocurest-AH Eye Drops include pain, irritation, blurred vision, and stinging sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

CENTAUR HOUSE, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz – East, Mumbai – 400 055, India.
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