Sometimes your eyes suddenly become red, itchy, and watery, right? This is often due to an allergy caused by something like dust or pollen getting into your eyes. The discomfort you feel at times like these is very annoying. So, one of the medications that doctors prescribe to control the itching caused by allergies in the eyes is an eye solution called Nedocromil. You may know it by the brand name Alocril. Today, let's learn exactly about this medication, how to use it, and the things you need to be careful about.
Things to tell your doctor before using the medicine
Before your doctor prescribes this medicine, he or she will need to have a complete understanding of your health condition. Therefore, if any of the following apply to you, be sure to tell your doctor about it.
- If you wear contact lenses.
- If you have ever had an allergy or unusual reaction to Nedocromil or any other medicine, food, dye, or preservative.
- If you are pregnant or hoping to become pregnant.
- If you are a breastfeeding mother.
Based on this information, it will be easier for the doctor to decide whether this medication is right for you or not.
How do you apply this medicine to your eyes correctly?
This medicine is very easy to apply to the eye, but it must be done correctly. If used incorrectly, the effectiveness of the medicine may be reduced and infections may occur.
1. Wash your hands: First, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. You should wash the hand that will be applying the medicine as well as the other hand.
2. Prepare: Tilt your head back slightly and look up. Gently pull down your lower eyelid with your index finger. This will create a small pouch-like space.
3. Put the drops: Now, carefully place the dropper tip into the bag formed by your eyelid, taking care not to touch your eye , fingertips, or anywhere else. If the dropper tip gets wet, it can harbor germs and cause an eye infection the next time you use it.
4. Close your eyes: After applying the medicine, slowly close your eyes and hold for a few seconds. Do not close your eyes tightly at this time. Closing them slowly will spread the medicine throughout your eyes.
5. Wash your hands again: After finishing work, wash your hands thoroughly again.
Special note: If you are using single-use containers, use them as soon as you open them. If there is any leftover, throw it away immediately.
If you give this medicine to small children...
In some selected cases, doctors prescribe this medicine for children over 3 years of age. However, this should only be done under the advice of a pediatrician . The medicine should be given to the child exactly as he or she recommends, in the exact dosage.
Some other important facts about medicine
What do you do if you forget to take your medicine?
If you forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose (for example, within an hour or two), skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Never take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
What if the medicine is used too much?
If you think you have accidentally taken too much of this medicine, do not panic. However, if you think the amount is too much, or if someone has accidentally taken it, immediately call the National Poisons Information Centre at the Colombo National Hospital . Or go to the Emergency Treatment Unit (ETU) of the nearest hospital.
Is there any interaction with other medications?
This medicine does not usually interact with other medications. However, if you are using any other type of eye drops, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Things to keep in mind when using this medicine
- If your symptoms (itching, redness) do not improve after a few days of using the medication, or if they seem to be getting worse, tell your doctor immediately.
- Avoid wearing contact lenses while you have eye allergy symptoms. Ask your doctor when you can wear contact lenses again after the allergy has completely resolved.
- Even if your allergy symptoms disappear, continue taking the medication for as long as your doctor tells you to. Especially if you have an allergy to things like pollen, your doctor may advise you to continue taking the medication until that time is up.
- Some people may feel sensitive to sunlight when using this medicine. If this happens, wear sunglasses when going outside.
What are the possible side effects?
Like any medicine, this one can cause side effects in some people. But not everyone gets them. Let's take a look at what these side effects are and what to do if they occur.
| Side effect | What you need to do |
|---|---|
| Side effects that should be reported to the doctor immediately | |
| Allergic reactions such as skin rashes and itching | If any of these occur, stop using the medicine and contact your doctor immediately. |
| Swelling of the face, lips, or tongue | |
| Increased redness around the eye or in the white part of the eye | |
| Swelling of the membrane covering the white part of the eye | |
| Things that are usually not serious, but should be reported to the doctor if they persist | |
| Feeling an unpleasant taste in the mouth | These are usually not serious, but if they persist or bother you, let your doctor know. |
| Headache | |
| Runny nose or stuffy nose | |
How to store the medicine?
To preserve the quality of the medicine, it must be stored correctly.
- Keep away from children: Always keep the medicine bottle safely out of reach of small children.
- Temperature: Store between 2 and 25 degrees Celsius (36 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit). Simply put, keep at normal room temperature.
- Do not freeze: Never store in the freezer.
- Keep it tightly closed: Close the bottle tightly after use.
- After expiration: After the expiration date on the medicine bottle has passed, discard any remaining medicine without using it.
This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not let anyone else who has the same symptoms as you use it.
Take-Home Message
- Nedocromil is an eye drop that is used to treat itching caused by eye allergies.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying the medicine to your eyes. Do not let the tip of the dropper touch your eyes or anywhere else.
- If you have any other medical conditions, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding, tell your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Do not wear contact lenses if you have allergy symptoms.
- If you experience any serious side effects (such as facial swelling, skin rash), stop taking the medicine immediately and see your doctor.
- If you have any further questions about this medicine, ask your doctor.
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