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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:35 PM IST
Add Tears Eye Drops is an ophthalmic lubricant used to treat dry eyes. This combination medicine helps relieve burning sensation, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or due to irritation from wind and sun. Common side effects include pain, irritation, blurred vision, and redness of the eye. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines as it may cause temporary blurred vision.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Add Tears Eye Drops

Add Tears Eye Drops is used to treat dry eyes. A dry eye is an eye condition that occurs when your tears are unable to provide ample lubrication for the eyes. Symptoms include a burning sensation, sensitivity to light, eye redness, a feeling of having something in your eyes, watery eyes, and blurred vision. 

Add Tears Eye Drops contains sodium carboxymethylcellulose, an eye lubricant. It works similarly to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning sensation and discomfort by providing lubrication of the eyes and acting as a protectant against further irritation.

Use Add Tears Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to use Add Tears Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. The most common side effects of Add Tears Eye Drops are irritation, itching, and blurred vision. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Add Tears Eye Drops is for ophthalmic use only. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove them before using Add Tears Eye Drops, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Add Tears Eye Drops. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, allergic to this medicine, or taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after using Add Tears Eye Drops as it may cause blurring of vision and affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Add Tears Eye Drops

Treatment of Dry eyes

Medicinal Benefits

Add Tears Eye Drops is an eye lubricant, also known as artificial tears. It works similarly to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to the eye's dryness by maintaining proper lubrication of the eyes and acting as a protectant against further irritation.

Directions for Use

Add Tears Eye Drops is only for ophthalmic use. Shake the bottle well before each use. Instil the eye drops by pulling down the lower eyelid to form a pocket between the eyelid and the eye. Your doctor will determine how long you need to use Add Tears Eye Drops based on your condition.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Add Tears Eye Drops

  • Itching
  • Irritation
  • Eye discomfort
  • Burning sensation

Drug Warnings

Do not take Add Tears Eye Drops if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Avoid touching the eyedropper with bare hands or to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. Replace the cap tightly after each use. Do not use the solution if it changes colour and is cloudy in appearance. Consult a doctor if you experience eye pain, vision changes, continued redness, or eye irritation.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.

  • Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.

  • If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Always remember to wash your hands before inserting the contact lens. 

  • Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.

  • Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Special Advise

  • If the solution changes colour or becomes cloudy, do not use it.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Dry eye: Dry eye is a common condition that occurs when your tears cannot provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. The tearing instability leads to inflammation and damage to the eye's 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 the disruption of the healthy tear film due to hormonal changes, autoimmune disease, inflamed eyelid glands, ageing, using contact lenses, and using medications like antihistamines (fexofenadine).

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known whether Add Tears Eye Drops interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult your doctor before using the Add Tears Eye Drops if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before using Add Tears Eye Drops if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Add Tears Eye Drops may cause temporary blurring of vision. Wait until your vision is clear before driving or using machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using the Add Tears Eye Drops if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Add Tears Eye Drops if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Add Tears Eye Drops is not recommended for children below three years.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
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FAQs

Add Tears Eye Drops belongs to the group of 'ophthalmic medication,' primarily used to treat dry eyes. A dry eye is an eye condition that occurs when your tears are unable to provide ample lubrication for the eyes.
Add Tears Eye Drops works similarly to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to the eye's dryness by maintaining proper lubrication of the eyes.
You should not use Add Tears Eye Drops if you are wearing contact lenses. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove them before using Add Tears Eye Drops, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Add Tears Eye Drops.
No, Add Tears Eye Drops should not be used simultaneously with other eye medications. At least a gap of 5 to 10 minutes should be maintained between two eye medications.
Yes, using Add Tears Eye Drops can cause temporary blurry vision. So, please do not drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.
Though Add Tears Eye Drops can be used as frequently as needed, it is advised to use Add Tears Eye Drops as suggested by the doctor.
Yes, Add Tears Eye Drops can be used at night. It soothes the eyes and provides moisturisation.
The most common side effects of Add Tears Eye Drops are irritation, itching, and blurred vision. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Store Add Tears Eye Drops at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Shake the bottle well before each use. Instil the eye drops by pulling down the lower eyelid to form a pocket between the eyelid and the eye. Your doctor will determine how long you need to use Add Tears Eye Drops based on your condition.
No, Add Tears Eye Drops is a safe medicine. It is a well-tolerated medicine and is not harmful.

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