Optihist New Eye Drop belongs to the class of medications called ‘Ophthalmologic agents’ used in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis (eye infection) and computer vision syndrome. Allergic conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctiva (lining of the eye) due to exposure to allergens such as pollen and mold spores. Computer vision syndrome is a group of eye problems that occur due to prolonged use of a computer or digital devices.

Optihist New Eye Drop contains boric acid and naphazoline. Boric acid has mild antimicrobial properties and acts against bacterial and fungal infections. It provides soothing relief from eye irritation and removes pollutants from the eye. Naphazoline is a vasoconstrictor that works by constricting or narrowing the eye's blood vessels, thus providing relief from redness, swelling, and irritation.

You should use this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The common side-effects of Optihist New Eye Drop are redness, irritation, and blurred vision at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

It is not recommended to take Optihist New Eye Drop if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking Optihist New Eye Drop, inform your doctor if you have glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye), hypertension (high blood pressure), heart disease, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), diabetes, an eye infection, or injury and have been taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors. Optihist New Eye Drop should be used with caution in pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and elderly people. Optihist New Eye Drop may not interact with alcohol. Optihist New Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if your vision is not clear.

Optihist New Eye Drop is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis and computer vision syndrome. It has antimicrobial and vasoconstrictor (narrows blood vessels) properties. It provides relief from the symptoms such as itching, irritation, watery eyes, redness and swelling. It should be taken as prescribed by the doctor for the best results.

• Redness
• Eye irritation
• Blurred vision (temporary)

Optihist New Eye Drop is for eye use only. Do not use this medicine in the mouth, nose, or ears. Do not use it when you are wearing contact lenses as an ingredient (preservative) present in this medicine may cause discolouration of the lenses. So, it is advised to wait at least 15 minutes after instilling Optihist New Eye Drop and wear contact lenses. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any vision changes or your condition gets worse within 24 hours after using Optihist New Eye Drop.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Optihist New Eye Drop should not be used in combination with monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) and eye lubricant (polyvinyl alcohol).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Optihist New Eye Drop should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye), hypertension (high blood pressure), heart disease, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), diabetes and eye infection or injury.

• ISOCARBOXAZID
• SELEGILINE
• PHENELZINE
• RASAGILINE
• TRANYLCYPROMINE
• POLYVINYL ALCOHOL

• 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 pillow-cases.
• Clean and replace contact lens more often. Never share contact lens. Always 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 20minutes.
• Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

• Wait at least 15 min before using any eye drops or ointment in the eye, after using Optihist New Eye Drop eye drops.
• Do not stop taking Optihist New Eye Drop without discussing it with your doctor, even if your symptoms improve.
• Inform your doctor if you do not see any symptomatic relief after 48 hours of therapy.

Allergic conjunctivitis: Also known as eye allergy is the immune response that occurs when the eye comes in contact with an irritating substance known as an allergen. Allergens include dust, smoke, dander, mold or pollen. Eye allergy symptoms include itching, burning sensation, watery eyes, red/pink eyes, scaling around the eyes, and swollen or puffy eyelids.

Computer vision syndrome: Computer vision syndrome, also known as digital eye-strain, is the vision-related problems that occur due to prolonged computer, tablet, and mobile use. Symptoms include blurry vision, dry eyes, eye strain, headache, shoulder and neck pain.