OFTAN STARINE
Oftan Starine eye drops relieve redness, swelling, and itching of the eyes caused by irritation or allergies.
Form
silmätipat, liuos
Strength
0.5 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Santen Oy
How to Use
Dosage
Adults: 1-2 drops in one or both eyes 2-4 times a day as needed. Children (over 2 years): 1 drop 2-3 times a day.
Method
Wash hands before use. Open the bottle, do not touch the tip. Tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid, look up, and squeeze 1-2 drops into the eye. Close your eye and press the inner corner for about one minute. If using other eye drops, wait at least 5 minutes between applications. Do not use if the solution is cloudy.
Important
Maximum 4 times a day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Transient stinging or burning sensation upon application.
- •Eye irritation and dry eyes (especially with long-term use or due to the preservative).
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to tetryzoline, imidazole derivatives, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have narrow-angle glaucoma.
- These eye drops are for temporary use only.
- Talk to your doctor before use if you have a bacterial eye infection, a chronic eye disease (e.g., glaucoma), overactive thyroid, high blood pressure, severe heart disease, or diabetes.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Show 3 more warnings
- Remove contact lenses before using the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back in.
- Consult a doctor if your condition does not improve after three days or if it gets worse.
- If you experience unusual irritation, stinging, or pain in the eye after using the drops (especially if you have dry eyes or corneal disease), talk to your doctor.