Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml

Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml is a powerhouse topical local anaesthetic that belongs to the amino ester group of medicines. Its ophthalmic solution contains Proparacaine Hydrochloride, that creates a temporary numbing effect on the eyes when administered. By inhibiting nerve impulses, it allows pain-free procedures or treatments to be carried out in or around the eye with minimal discomfort for the patient. Patients using Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml may typically experience side effects such as keratitis, burning or stinging sensation, and conjunctival hyperemia. It's important to note that Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml should only be used when prescribed by a health care professional and should not be used routinely since it can potentially delay healing and cause corneal ulceration with prolonged use.

Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml are primarily used for creating a short-term numbing effect in diagnostic procedures, ocular measurements or surgical interventions of the eye. By blocking nerve impulses it prevents pain signals from being sent to the brain, allowing an alleviation of discomfort during the mentioned treatments.

Use Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml as directed by your physician. Tilt your head back slightly, pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket and squeeze out a drop into this area for effect.

The dosage varies depending upon the procedure but generally one to two drops of Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml is enough to anesthetize the eye. This should be repeated as deemed necessary and advised by your doctor.

The shelf life of Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml is 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Store Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Always remember to keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

• Burning or stinging sensation
• Conjunctival hyperemia
• Keratitis
• Allergic reactions

Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml should not be used if the patient has an allergy to Proparacaine Hydrochloride or any other component in the drug.

No specific food or drug interaction has been reported with Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml. However, it's recommended to discuss with your healthcare professionals about any current foods or medications before starting to use this medication.

• Do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination.
• Do not use if solution changes color or becomes cloudy.
• It's advised to remove contact lenses, if worn, before application and wait for at least 15 minutes post usage before reinsertion.

1. Can I use Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml daily?
2. Alcon Alcaine 0.5% Eye Drop 15ml is not meant for routine usage but for procedures as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
3. What if I miss a dose?
4. In case of a missed dose, take it as soon as you remember but if it's time for the next dose, simply skip the missed dose.