What is PANTHEGEL?
- Panthegel contains D-Panthenol, which is commonly known as provitamin B5
What PANTHEGEL is used for?
It is used to treat:
- occular surface wound healing
- superficial eye injuries
- Inflammation of the cornea (keratitis)
- bacterial, fungal or viral corneal infections (as an adjunctive therapy)
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Pregnancy & Breast Feeding
Children & Adolescents
Driving & Using Machines
Talk to your Doctor, if you:
- are allergic to any of the other ingredients of this medicine
- wear contact lenses
- If you are pregnant or may become pregnant or are breast-feeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine
- Before using this medicine to your children consult your doctor for advice
- Your vision may be blurred for a time just after you apply this gel. Do not drive or use machines until this has worn off
- Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, especially if you are using any eye ointment, drops, gel or cream
- always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
- the recommended dose is to place one drop of gel in the eye, 4-6 times each day and 15 minutes before going to bed
- avoid touching the dropper on to any surface, including the eyes and eyelids
- the dropper is sterile and if it becomes contaminated it can cause an eye infection or irritation
How to use:
- wash hands thoroughly and tilt your look at the ceiling
- pull down the lower lid of your eye with your index finger to form a pocket
- hold the bottle in a vertical position (upside down) about one inch above eye surface (without touching your eye), and apply enough pressure to release one drop of gel in the eye
- move your eye while open to ensure the gel covers your eye completely
- replace and tighten the protective cap right away and store in a dry and dark place in order to reduce the risk of infections from contaminated gels
If you use more Panthegel:
- If you think you have taken too much or accidentally swallowed Panthegel, contact your healthcare professional, even if there are no symptoms
If you forgot to use Panthegel:
- If you forget to use Panthegel, continue with the next dose as planned. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use a double dose to make up for forgotten individual doses
If you stop using Panthegel:
- Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects although not everybody gets them.
- itchy eye
- redness of the eye
- eye irritation and mild allergic reactions
- Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children
- Store at a room temperature of 15-25°C
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