Hypromellose is an artificial tear replacement, which is used to relieve dry eye conditions such as those associated with:
- use of TVs, computers and devices
- infrequent blinking
- certain medical treatments
- atmospheric pollution
- drying atmospheres (e.g. air-conditioning, central heating, wind and sun).
It is also used to moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes.
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Possible side-effects include:
- blurred vision
- pain in the eye
- irritation of eye
- eye redness
- abnormal eye sensation
If you experience these or any other side effects while taking this medicine seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
- you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines
- you are applying any other type of eye drops or eye ointment before you start to use this medicine
- you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby
- if you develop an eye infection during this treatment
- if you are wearing contact lenses
This product contains benzalkonium chloride, which may cause eye irritation.
Benzalkonium chloride is known to discolour soft contact lenses. Remove any contact lenses prior to application and wait at least 15 minutes before re-insertion.
Hypromellose may cause a temporary blurring of vision immediately after using the drops. Do not drive or operate machines if you experience any visual disturbance after using the product.
Please read the patient information leaflet before using this medicine.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.
Please see
HERE for the Patient Information Leaflet
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