Homide 2%W/V Eye Drop

This drop is an anticholinergic medication. It is used before and after certain eye surgeries, before eye examinations and to treat certain eye conditions such as uveitis. This medication works by dilating the pupil of the eye.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor of all prescription and over the counter products you may use. Also, tell keep him informed of any other allergies that you may have.

For those who are prescribed to use this medication on a regular schedule, it is advised to apply it 2 to 3 times every day, up to every 3 to 4 hours, or as directed by your doctor. If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before using eye drops. Wait at least 15 minutes before replacing your contact lenses.

• Eye Disorder

• Allergy

• Glaucoma

• Eye Irritation

• Eye Itching

• Foreign Body Sensation In Eyes

• Blurred Vision

• Stinging In The Eyes

• Eye Discharge

• Burning Sensation In Eye

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This drop should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor. The effect of this medicine on fetus is not clearly established and hence, doctor consultation is recommended before consumption.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

This drop is a competitive antagonist of muscarinic acetylcholine receptors. It blocks cholinergic signaling pathways, blocking the response of iris sphincter muscles and making the pupils unresponsive to light after dilation.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

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  Do not use this drop in combination with Phenylephrine, Pilocarpine, Carbachol, Acetylcholine, Demecarium bromide and Isoflurophate.

• Ques : What is Homide 2%W/V Eye Drop?

  Ans : This drop has Homatropine as an active ingredient present. It performs its action by obstructing the growth of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) in the body.

• Ques : What are the uses of Homide 2%W/V Eye Drop?

  Ans : This drop is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of eye pain, aches, swelling after cataract surgery, and control bacterial infections of eyes.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Homide 2%W/V Eye Drop?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this drop. These include allergic conjunctivitis, stick sensation in the eyes, scars on the eye surface, choroidal effusion, vision problems and deposits on the eyes surface.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Homide 2%W/V Eye Drop?

  Ans : This drop should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.