Oftan Flurekain
Oftan Flurekain eye drops numb the eye surface and help doctors see problems in your cornea during diagnostic tests.
Form
silmätipat, liuos
Strength
1.25 mg/ml + 3 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Oxybuprocaine hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Santen Oy
How to Use
Dosage
Adults and children: 1-2 drops in the eye.
Method
Your doctor will put 1-2 drops in your eye. The eye surface will be numb in about a minute.
Important
This medicine is given by a doctor for specific tests. Your doctor will decide how much you need.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Eye irritation
- •Feeling of something in the eye after the numbing wears off
- •Minor damage to the cornea (punctate keratitis) with repeated use
RARE
- •Swelling of the eye (cornea)
- •Discoloration of the eye (cornea)
- •Inflammation of the iris (the colored part of the eye)
- •Slow heart rate
- •Low blood pressure
- •Dizziness
- •Nausea
Important Warnings
- Remove contact lenses before using these eye drops. You can put them back in one hour after the drops have been given.
- Do not rub your eye while it is numb.
- Tell your doctor right away if you notice signs of a severe allergic reaction (like swelling, rash, or trouble breathing).
- These eye drops can make your vision blurry for a short time. Do not drive or use machines until your vision is clear again.