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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:38 PM IST

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is used to treat dry eyes. It contains Hypromellose, which increases tear viscosity and provides relief from discomfort. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as blurred vision, eye pain, foreign body sensation, irritation, and redness. Avoid touching the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the product.

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Composition

HYPROMELLOSE-3MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Ursa Pharm India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

About Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops belongs to the class of medicines called 'ophthalmic lubricants', which are generally used to treat dry eye disease and in eye surgeries. Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs if you don't produce enough tears or if you produce poor-quality tears. This tear instability leads to inflammation and damage to the eye's surface.

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops contains 'Hypromellose'. Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. In this way, it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.

It is available for external use only. Some minor side effects are blurred vision, eye pain, a foreign body sensation in the eyes, eye irritation, and eye redness. If these persist, consult your doctor.

Before using this Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any one of the medicine components. Do not touch the tip of the eye drops/eye gel container to avoid contamination, and replace the cap tightly after each use. Do not use a solution that changes colour and is cloudy in appearance. Use before the expiration date. Do not change or stop the dose of medicine without informing your doctor. Do not drive, use machinery, or perform any activity until your vision is clear, as Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops causes temporary blurred vision.

Uses of Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops

Treatment of Dry eye and eye surgeries.

Medicinal Benefits

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops contains 'Hypromellose', which belongs to the class of medicines called 'ophthalmic lubricants' generally used to treat dry eye disease. Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. In this way, it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort. Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is used as a surgical aid during eye surgeries such as cataract extraction and lens implantation to prevent damage to the cornea, to facilitate the ease of operating, as well as to reduce the risk of postoperative complications.

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of eye drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes after instilling Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops

  • Blurred vision
  • Eye pain
  • Foreign body sensation in the eyes
  • Eye irritation
  • Eye redness

Drug Warnings

Before using this Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any one of the medicine components. Do not touch the tip of the eye drops/eye gel container to avoid contamination, and replace the cap tightly after each use. Do not use a solution which is colour changed and cloudy in appearance. You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.Use before the expiration date. Do not change or stop the dose of medicine without informing your doctor. Do not drive or use machinery or perform any activity until your vision is clear, as Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops causes temporary blurred vision. Do not use Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops with contact lenses. If usage of contact lenses is allowed, remove them before administration of the medicine, and you can reinsert the contact lenses 10 to 15 minutes post-administration. Eye injection is administered during eye surgeries, your surgeon will give you appropriate instructions regarding the usage of contact lenses.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of other eye medications.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops should be used only with a doctor's advice in patients with glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye).

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take fish in your diet which has omega-3 fatty acids that may counter dry eyes.
  • Leafy greens are rich in vitamin C which contributes to eye health.
  • Drink more water, it has a big part to play in tear production.
  • Avoid air blowing in your eyes
  • Take eye breaks during long tasks and keep your computer screen below eye level.
  • Stop smoking and avoid drinking alcohol.
  • Use eyeglasses when you are going out.

Special Advise

  • If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops. 
  • Tell your doctor if your eye condition persists or worsens after 3 days. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Dry eye disease: Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs when your tears are not able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. The tearing instability leads to inflammation and damage to the eyes' surface. Symptoms include a burning sensation, sensitivity to light, eye redness, a sensation of having something in your eyes, watery eyes, and blurred vision. It is caused by disruption of the healthy tear film by hormonal changes, autoimmune disease, inflamed eyelid glands, ageing, keeping contact lenses and using some medications like antihistamines (fexofenadine), and people who have undergone laser eye surgery.

Eye surgeries: Eye surgery, also known as ocular surgery, is surgery performed on the eye. One of the eye surgeries is blepharoplasty (To repair droopy eyelids, the doctor makes a small incision or incisions to remove skin and muscle and to remove or reposition fat). Cataract surgery (the lens inside your eye that has become cloudy is removed and replaced with an artificial lens to restore clear vision).

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is unknown. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering/receiving this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering/receiving this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

After application of the Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops, vision may be unclear, so take some time, relax, and then go for a drive.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is probably safe to use in liver diseases. Please consult your doctor before using Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is probably safe to use in kidney diseases. Please consult your doctor before using the Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops.

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Children

Caution

Before using the Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops, inform your doctor because your doctor may make dose adjustments.

Country of origin

Germany
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FAQs

Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is an eye lubricant or artificial tears that relieve dry eyes. It is also used as a surgical aid during eye surgeries such as cataract extraction and lens implantation to prevent damage to the cornea, facilitate operation, and reduce the risk of postoperative complications.
Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops contains Hypromellose, which works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. This provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.
Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops causes common side effects, such as blurred vision, eye pain, a foreign body sensation in the eyes, eye irritation, and eye redness. If the condition persists, seek medical advice.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops or if you have any eye problems, as the use of contact lenses may worsen the condition.
It is better to apply the Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops first because ointments do not allow eye drops to enter the eye. If ointment is applied first, eyedrops will drain from the eye.
No, you should not stop Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops suddenly. Consult your doctor before stopping Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops out of the sight and reach of children.
Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of eye drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes after instilling Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops.
No, it is not bad. It is considered low toxicity to non-toxic.
The recommended dose is one or two drops three times daily as needed, or as directed by your doctor.
Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops contains benzalkonium chloride as preservative. Benzalkonium chloride may be absorbed by soft contact lenses and may change the colour of the contact lenses. You should remove contact lenses before using this medicine and put them back 15 minutes afterwards.
Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops is intended for eye use only. It's designed to relieve dry eye discomfort. Using it in the ears may cause irritation.
To open Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops, wash your hands, unscrew the cap, invert the bottle, gently squeeze one or two drops into your eye, close your eye, and replace the cap.
Yes, you can use Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops at night. It's a common practice to use artificial tears like Tear-Lac 0.3% Eye Drops before bed to help soothe and lubricate dry eyes during sleep. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals who experience dry eye symptoms, especially at night.

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