Oculate Eye Drop is used before eye examinations and for treatment of an eye condition called uveitis. It works by enlarging the pupil of the eyes and helps the doctor visualize the eye more closely. It also reduces redness and swelling in the eyes after cataract surgery.

Oculate Eye Drop is used to enlarge the eyeball for eye examination and for surgical purposes

Uses of Oculate Ophthalmic Solution

Eye examination
Uveitis

Benefits of Oculate Ophthalmic Solution

In Eye examination

Eye examination consists of multiple tests performed in order to access the vision as well as health of the eyes. It helps to analyse the function of the eyes better and also figure out any problems that may be creating problems with eyesight. Oculate Eye Drop helps to increase the size of the pupil which helps in thorough examination of the eyes and its associated structures. It is used by an eye specialist and should not be self-administered.

In Uveitis

The middle layer in the inner wall of the eye is called uvea and any inflammation in this layer is called uveitis. This may cause sudden noticeable symptoms such as pain, redness, blurred vision, swelling etc. It may even occur after an eye procedure of surgery such as cataract surgery. Oculate Eye Drop helps relieve these symptoms and improves the eye health. It should be used as advised by the doctor to get the most benefit.

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Side effects of Oculate Ophthalmic Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Oculate

Eye irritation
Foreign body sensation in eyes
Blurred vision
Eye itching
Stinging in the eyes
Increased intraocular pressure
Burning sensation in eye

How to use Oculate Ophthalmic Solution

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Oculate Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Oculate Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
To reduce the amount of Oculate Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Driving

UNSAFE

Oculate Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Oculate Eye Drop enlarges the pupil for eye examination and is commonly used in adults.
It also reduces inflammation (redness and swelling) after cataract surgery.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzene & Substituted Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Anticholinergic- Mydriatic and cycloplegic

Patient concerns

I AM SUFFERING FROM UVEITIS FROM LAST 2 YEARS PL SUGEST ME THE DOCTOR DELHI NCR

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Eye 7 Centre for sight Shroff eye hospital

Treatment of ovaries. Already done cataract operation on both the eye. One eye is out of sight. Not ovaries. That is term u vaties according to the doctors of Assam. Some doctors called it scalerties.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Uveitis and scleritis are very different diseases. Send pic of your prescription

Opthamalogist has diagnosed it as uveitis. I m having pain n redness in right eye. When paining the eye is photosensitive. This problem started since last saturday n treatment ws started on wednesday since pain started that day Medicines prescribed are diamox 250, ciplox 250 twice a day. And tropicacyl plus thrice a day n gatilox dm every hour But as per doctor, the iris is still touching d front part of eye though there is no pain currently Wen will de respond

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Take treatment properly. Treatment is of long duration

My eyes are becoming red past 6 days.so i consult a doctor but i found no improvement in it they told me its an allergy and give me to eye drops(lubi fresh,pataday 0.2)but it didnt give me any effect

Dr. Vishal Arora

Ophthalmology

One needs to check for uveitis or active inflamation if the redness is not going with the use of the drops you are using. Decrease your digital screen exposure as this kind of picture is also seen with digital eye strain http://www.arohealth.com/computer-vision-syndrome2.html

User feedback

What are you using Oculate Ophthalmic Solution for?

Eye examinati*

100%

*Eye examination

How much was the improvement?

Poor

100%

What were the side-effects while using Oculate Eye Drop?

Eye itching

33%

Blurred visio*

33%

Eye irritatio*

33%

*Blurred vision, Eye irritation

How do you take Oculate Ophthalmic Solution?

With food

100%

Please rate Oculate Eye Drop on price

Not Expensive

100%

FAQs

What is the use of Oculate Eye Drop?

Oculate Eye Drop is a mydriatic-anticholinergic drug. It is used to enlarge the pupil of the eye (preventing the eye from focusing) and to paralyze the lens temporarily before an eye examination or surgery and

Why is Oculate Eye Drop prescribed for microbial keratitis?

Oculate Eye Drop is prescribed for microbial keratitis to help in controlling pain and to prevent synechia (adherence of iris to cornea) formation

How long does Oculate Eye Drop take to work?

Oculate Eye Drop takes about 30-60 min to work

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Expires on or after: February, 2025

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Oculate Eye Drop

Product introduction

Uses of Oculate Ophthalmic Solution

Benefits of Oculate Ophthalmic Solution

In Eye examination

In Uveitis

Side effects of Oculate Ophthalmic Solution

Common side effects of Oculate

How to use Oculate Ophthalmic Solution

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

What is the use of Oculate Eye Drop?

Why is Oculate Eye Drop prescribed for microbial keratitis?

How long does Oculate Eye Drop take to work?

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

References

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