Lubrimoist Eye Drops belongs to the class of medications called ‘eye lubricants used to relieve symptoms of dry eyes temporarily. Dry eye is a condition commonly due to allergic eye diseases or eye infections, wind, heating/air conditioning, and certain medications.
Lubrimoist Eye Drops is a combination of two lubricating medicines, polyethylene glycol and propylene glycol, that help treat dry eyes. Polyethene glycol and propylene glycol work similarly to natural tears and temporarily relieve burning and irritation due to dry eyes.
Lubrimoist Eye Drops is available for external use only in the form of eye drops. You should take this medicine as advised by your doctor. The common side-effects of Lubrimoist Eye Drops are application site reactions such as burning/stinging sensation or redness in the eye, itching, irritation, and blurred vision. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist.
Do not take Lubrimoist Eye Drops if you are allergic to Lubrimoist Eye Drops or other contents. Before taking Lubrimoist Eye Drops, inform your doctor if you have glaucoma (a condition with increased pressure in the eye), ulcers in the eye, have undergone or are scheduled for eye surgery, or have any other eye problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.