Oftan Obucain
Oftan Obucain eye drops contain oxybuprocaine, a local anesthetic that quickly provides short-term numbing to the eye's surface for eye examinations and treatments.
Form
silmätipat, liuos
Strength
4 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Oxybuprocaine hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Santen Oy
How to Use
Dosage
For eye pressure measurement, use 1–2 drops. For removing a foreign object, use one drop 3–4 times, half a minute apart.
Method
Wash your hands. Carefully open the bottle, do not touch the tip. Tilt your head back or lie down. Pull down your lower eyelid and put one drop between your eyelid and eye. Close your eye and gently press the inner corner of your eye for one minute. If you use multiple medications in the same eye, wait at least 5 minutes between drops.
Important
There is no general maximum daily dose, as the drops are used locally and as directed by a doctor for specific procedures.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Temporary stinging in the eyes
RARE
- •Corneal damage (with repeated use)
- •Allergic reactions
- •Iritis (inflammation of the iris)
- •Corneal swelling
- •Dizziness
- •Tremor
- •Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- •Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to oxybuprocaine or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Long-term use can damage the cornea of your eye. Talk to your doctor.
- Remove contact lenses before using the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back in, as the medicine can be absorbed by the lenses and change their color.
- If you have dry eyes or cornea problems and feel irritation, stinging, or pain after using the medicine, talk to your doctor.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before use.
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- This medicine may reduce the effect of sulfonamide medications.