Oftalmoferon 10000ME/ml 10ml

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Instruction for Oftalmoferon

Composition

In 1 ml of eye drops Oftalmoferon is from 10,000 IU of human interferon α-2b recombinant, and also an additional active compound is 1 mg of diphenhydramine hydrochloride (dimedrol).
Auxiliary are: 3.1 mg of boric acid, 0.4 mg of disodium edetate, 2.2 mg of sodium chloride, 7 mg of sodium acetate, 3 mg of hypromellose, 5 mg of povidone 8,000, 50 mg of macrogol 4000 and about 1 ml of purified water.

Form of issue

Eye drops Oftalmoferon are sold in vials-droppers or bottles equipped with a lid-dropper, volume 5 ml or 10 ml. The vials contain a clear, colorless or slightly yellowish solution and are sealed in cardboard packages.

pharmachologic effect

Oftalmoferon eye drops have antiviral activity, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, local anesthetic and regenerative action.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Oftalmoferon is a combined drug containing an antiviral immunomodulating antiproliferative substance - human recombinant interferon α-2b, which is supplemented with an active antihistamine - diphenhydramine.
Diphenhydramine acts by blocking the H1-histamine-type receptors, which has an anti-allergic effect, reducing edema and itching in the area of ​​the conjunctiva in humans.

Pharmacokinetic properties

If you follow the instructions and apply eye drops locally, systemic absorption does not occur - the concentration of the active substances of the drug in the blood is achieved significantly less than the standard detection limit (for example, for interferon α-2b - about 1-2 IU in 1 ml), which is not allows to identify clinically relevant reactions.

Indications for use

    conjunctivitis of various types, including adenovirus, hemorrhagic (enterovirus), herpetic;
    keratitis - adenovirus, herpetic (cartilaginous, vesicular, dotted or tree-like);
    herpetic keratitis with stroma, which can be accompanied by ulceration of the cornea;
    keratoconjunctivitis adenovirus or herpetic;
    Herpetic uveitis or keratouveitis (ulceration possible);
    with dry keratoconjunctivitis (dry eye syndrome);
    preventive remedy for graft disease, to prevent recurrence of herpetic keratitis after keratoplasty;
    prevention or treatment of complications after interventions of excimer laser refractive surgery on the cornea.

Contraindications

Presence of individual intolerance of the drug components in patients.

Side effects

Have not been marked.
Eye drops Oftalmoferon, instructions for use (Method and dosage)
Apply the drug conjunctivally until the symptoms disappear completely with various eye injuries or for prevention:
In case of viral diseases
Adults and children at an acute stage are prescribed 1-2 drops to dig in about 6-8 times during the day. With the appearance of positive dynamics and the reduction of the inflammatory process, instillation can be reduced to 2-3 times.
With dry keratoconjunctivitis (dry eye syndrome)
Recommended daily use - 1-2 drops twice a day for 25-30 days.

Instructions for the use of Oftalmoferon for prophylaxis

    Complications after interventions of excimer laser refractive surgery on the cornea of ​​the eye: use drops every day from the first day of surgery according to the scheme: 1-2 cap. 2 times a day, the course - not less than 10 days.
    Graft disease or prevention of recurrences of herpetic keratitis, which has arisen after keratoplasty: apply the drug every day according to the scheme: 1-2 cap. in the operated eye 3-4 times a day, the course - not less than 14 days, starting from the first day after the operation.
Attention! When using contact lenses, drops can be used only after removing the lenses, they can be worn only after 15-20 minutes after the instillation procedure.

Overdose

There have been no cases of overdose previously.

Interaction

Found that Oftalmoferon is compatible and can be used in combination with drugs that have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, corticosteroid, reparative action and other ophthalmic medicines, including preparations of tear-replacement therapy.

Terms of sale

In the state pharmacy you can buy these eye drops without a prescription.

Storage conditions

Protected from light, cool place (2-8 ° Celsius), outside the reach of children.

Shelf life

Provided the integrity of the package, the drug can be stored for up to 2 years, after opening the bottle - up to 30 days.

Children

The main question in the instruction for the use of Oftalmoferon for children - at what age can it be digested and how often? Doctors say that there are no age limits for the use of the drug, since with local conjunctival use, the concentration of active compounds in the blood stream is so small that they do not cause unwanted side reactions.

Newborns

Since Oftalmoferon contains interferon and acts immunomodulating and antiviral, it is more preferable for newborns. In addition, it acts antipruritic and restores the damaged tissues of the eye, stopping the inflammatory process.
For newborns, the drug is not contraindicated, but before use, the mother should consult an ophthalmologist who, depending on the age of the child and the course of the disease, will determine the dosage and treatment regimen individually.

Oftalmoferon during pregnancy and lactation

In pregnancy, Oftalmoferon is administered only after a detailed study of the reaction to the mother and fetus preparation, the condition and patterns of the disease course by a narrow specialist and the treating physician, and is prescribed in the case of a presumably greater positive effect than the possible risks of complications in the fetus and the future newborn.

Reviews about Oftalmoferon

To date, eye drops Oftalmoferon are quite popular and in demand, reviews and discussions of which can be found on various Internet resources and forums. Often the comments are positive, because they can be used in children as well as in elderly patients suffering from eye problems - different etiology of conjunctivitis, with a "dry" eye, and also for the prevention.
Moms praise Oftalmoferon, noting its safety, availability, lack of itching and allergies.