INTRODUCTION

ARA contain Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose which belongs to a group of medicine called artificial tears. It is used to relieve dry eye conditions (e.g. condition associated with the use of visual display units, infrequent blinking, certain medical treatments, atmospheric pollution and drying atmospheres e.g. air-conditioning, central heating, wind and sun). It is also used to moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes. It works by similar, to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye.

Always take ARA exactly as your doctor has told you. Check the label for directions before use. Before using this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine, since it may cause temporary blurred vision, any visual disturbance. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. The common side effects are vision blurred, eye pain, foreign body sensation in eyes, eye irritation, redness of eye.

USES OF ARA

• Relieve dry eye conditions
• Moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes

HOW ARA WORKS

ARA works by similar, to natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eye.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take ARA exactly as your doctor has told you. Check the label for directions before use.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ARA

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Eye pain:

Place a cold washcloth over your closed eyes two to three times a day for five minutes.

Eye irritation:

Wear sunglasses when you go outside. Rinse your eyes with preservative-free saline water or apply a cold, wet wash cloth. Take out your contact lenses. Don't rub your eyes.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if you are using any other type of eye products.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT ARA

Is ARA effective?

Yes. It is effective if used in the correct dose and duration directed by your doctor.

How should ARA be stored?

Store below 25°C and Keep out of reach of children.

What are the uses of ARA?

It is used to relieve dry eye conditions and moisten hard contact lenses and to lubricate artificial eyes.

REFERENCES

1. Theresa Nguyen and Robert Latkany. Review of hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic inserts for treatment of dry eye. US National Library of Medicines, National Institutes of Health. 11 May 2011. [Accessed 19 Nov 2020] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3102590/

2. FDC International Ltd; Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC); [Revised on Jun 2020] [Accessed 19 Nov 2020] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.457.pdf