LECROLYN
Lecrolyn eye drops treat and prevent allergic eye inflammation by stopping the release of substances that cause inflammation, and they work best when used preventively.
How to Use
Dosage
For Lecrolyn 20 mg/ml: Adults and children over 4 years, 1-2 drops in each eye 4 times daily. For Lecrolyn 40 mg/ml: Adults and children over 4 years, 1-2 drops in each eye 2 times daily. For children under 4 years, use only as directed by a doctor.
Method
Wash hands before use. Choose a comfortable position. Open the bottle and avoid touching the tip. Tilt your head back, pull your lower eyelid down, look up, and squeeze a drop into the eye. Close your eye and gently press the inner corner for about a minute to prevent the drop from draining. Close the bottle tightly. If using other eye medicines, wait at least 5 minutes between applications.
Do not exceed 8 drops per eye per day for Lecrolyn 20 mg/ml, or 4 drops per eye per day for Lecrolyn 40 mg/ml.
Possible Side Effects
- •transient stinging
- •local irritation
- •temporary blurred vision
- •hypersensitivity reactions
Important Warnings
- Do not use Lecrolyn eye drops if you are allergic to sodium cromoglicate or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Remove soft contact lenses before use and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them, as the medicine may be absorbed and change their color.
- If you experience unusual irritation, stinging, or pain in your eyes after use, especially if you have dry eyes or corneal problems, talk to your doctor.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, planning to get pregnant, or think you might be pregnant, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.
- Do not use the solution if it is cloudy.
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- Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.