CATAFLY Eye Drops 10ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Calcium Chloride 1 %+Potassium Iodide 3.3 %+Sodium Chloride 0.83 %
Manufacturer
Essential Pharmaceuticals
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CATAFLY EYE DROPSCATAFLY EYE DROPS is a combination of Calcium chloride, Potassium iodide and Sodium chloride which belong to the group of medicines called minerals and electrolytes, respectively. It is used to manage cataracts by maintaining clarity and pressure within the lens in affected individuals. It is also used to clear vision in cataract patients who have lenticular opacity pre-operatively and posterior capsular opacity post-operatively, particularly in those whose cataract surgery has been postponed due to reasons such as uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes mellitus, severe bleeding disorders and severe respiratory disorders. It is also used to delay cataract formation and maintain normal nutrition to the lens, which is also used to manage eyesight disorientation in cataract patients. A cataract is an abnormal clouding of the eye lens that occurs due to age and/or injury. It is generally characterised by symptoms such as blurred vision, invisibility in dim light, seeing haloes around lights and/or vision loss. CATAFLY EYE DROPS is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Calcium chloride, Potassium iodide, Sodium chloride and/or iodine. Before using CATAFLY EYE DROPS, inform your doctor if you suffer from any other eye problems and/or have kidney problems (such as renal failure) and liver problems (such as liver impairment). CATAFLY EYE DROPS should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women; it is also used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). This medicine is also used with caution in elderly patients (aged over 65 years). Consult your ophthalmologist before using the medicine. The most common
Uses
OF CATAFLY EYE DROPS Prevents cataracts by maintaining clarity and pressure within the lens in affected individuals Clears vision in cataract patients pre-operatively with lenticular opacity and post-operatively with posterior capsular opacity, especially in those who have their cataract operation postponed due to reasons (such as uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes mellitus, severe bleeding disorders and severe respiratory disorders) Delays cataract formation and maintains normal nutrition to the lens which is also used to manage eyesight disorientation in cataract patients
How It Works
CATAFLY EYE DROPS helps to manage cataracts where Calcium chloride reverses calcium depletion (due to ageing) by increasing the calcium stores in the eyes, potassium iodide and sodium chloride work by maintaining osmotic pressure and lens permeability by balancing intracellular potassium and extracellular sodium ions in the lens membrane which results in the electrolyte balance thus maintaining lens permeability and managing the occurrence of cataract due to electrolyte imbalance.
Directions for Use
Take CATAFLY EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Shake well before use. Wash your hands thoroughly and use the dropper to instil the drops in the affected eye. Avoid contacting the container’s tip with the eye, eyelids and/or surrounding areas to manage the contamination of the solution. Replace the outer cap after use. Your ophthalmologist will determine the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
CATAFLY EYE DROPS are eye redness, swollen eyes, blurred vision, eye discomfort and/or dizziness. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen. USES OF CATAFLY EYE DROPS Prevents cataracts by maintaining clarity and pressure within the lens in affected individuals Clears vision in cataract patients pre-operatively with lenticular opacity and post-operatively with posterior capsular opacity, especially in those who have their cataract operation postponed due to reasons (such as uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes mellitus, severe bleeding disorders and severe respiratory disorders) Delays cataract formation and maintains normal nutrition to the lens which is also used to manage eyesight disorientation in cataract patients HOW CATAFLY EYE DROPS WORKSCATAFLY EYE DROPS helps to manage cataracts where Calcium chloride reverses calcium depletion (due to ageing) by increasing the calcium stores in the eyes, potassium iodide and sodium chloride work by maintaining osmotic pressure and lens permeability by balancing intracellular potassium and extracellular sodium ions in the lens membrane which results in the electrolyte balance thus maintaining lens permeability and managing the occurrence of cataract due to electrolyte imbalance. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CATAFLY EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Shake well before use. Wash your hands thoroughly and use the dropper to instil the drops in the affected eye. Avoid contacting the container’s tip with the eye, eyelids and/or surrounding areas to manage the contamination of the solution. Replace the outer cap after use. Your ophthalmologist will determine the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CATAFLY EYE DROPSCOMMON eye redness swollen eyes blurred vision eye discomfort dizziness
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCATAFLY EYE DROPS should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before using this medicine. BREASTFEEDINGCATAFLY EYE DROPS should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using this medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate machines if you experience reduced mental alertness after using CATAFLY EYE DROPS. KIDNEYCATAFLY EYE DROPS should be used with caution in patients with renal failure. Consult your doctor before using this medicine. LIVERCATAFLY EYE DROPS should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment. Consult your doctor before using this medicine. ALLERGYCATAFLY EYE DROPS is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Calcium chloride, Potassium iodide, Sodium chloride, Iodine and/or any other ingredient in this medicine. Consult your doctor before using this medicine. OTHERSBefore taking CATAFLY EYE DROPS, inform your ophthalmologist if you: suffer from any other eye problems Use in Paediatrics: CATAFLY EYE DROPS should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before using CATAFLY EYE DROPS. Use in Geriatrics: CATAFLY EYE DROPS should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before using CATAFLY EYE DROPS.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions Before taking CATAFLY EYE DROPS, inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription, non-prescription or herbal medicines. Overdosage If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of CATAFLY EYE DROPS, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Excessive use of the medicine generally increases the risk of side effects which can be managed if the doctor is immediately consulted. SYNOPSIS Drug : Calcium chloride, Potassium iodide, Sodium chloride Pharmacological Category : Mineral binding agent, Iodine compounds, Sodium compounds Therapeutic Indication : Management of Cataract Dosage Forms : Eye drops MORE INFORMATION Keep CATAFLY EYE DROPS out of reach from children Store the medicine below 30°C
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Last Updated
13 Dec 2022