Clinitas Hydrate Carbomer Gel 0.2% - 10g
What is Clinitas Hydrate gel?
Clinitas Hydrate gel is a soothing treatment for dry, gritty feeling eye. It helps to lubricate your eye, easing dryness and relieving symptoms such as redness, soreness, and itching. Clinitas Hydrate carbomer gel can be used by those who wear contact lenses and is suitable for adults over the age of 18, perfect for those who suffer with dry eyes and need a reliable way to ease their discomfort.
Why do I have dry eyes?
There are many reasons why you may be experiencing dry eyes, as it’s a common issue that most people experience at least once. Some of the most common causes of dry eyes include:
- Looking at screens for long periods of time without a break
- Being over 50 years old
- Dry, cold, dusty, or windy weather
- Air conditioned or heated environments
- Wearing contact lenses
- Drinking alcohol
- Smoking
- Certain medications and medical conditions
How will carbomer gel help to soothe my dry eyes?
Clinitas Hydrate gel includes the active ingredient carbomer, which is a type of product called “artificial tears”. This means it hydrates your dry eyes by mimicking how your natural tears act, hydrating your eyes without causing further irritation. This added hydration helps to reduce the gritty, sore feeling as well as other uncomfortable symptoms you experience when your eyes are dry.
Can I use Clinitas Hydrate gel if I wear contact lenses?
You can use contact lenses while you’re using this gel, but you’ll need to be careful about when you insert them. If you wear contact lenses then you should remove them before using this gel. Wait 15 minutes after using this product before inserting your contact lenses again.
How to use Clinitas Hydrate gel
Before using this product, wash and dry your hands thoroughly. Tilt your head backwards and use one hand to pull down the eyelid of the affected eye. Gently squeeze the tube of gel to apply one drop to the eye, blink a few times to evenly distribute the gel over the eyes. Repeat process in other eye if necessary.
When should this product not be used?
Clinitas Hydrate gel should not be used by children unless advised to do so by a doctor. Do not use this product if you are allergic to carbomer or any of the other listed ingredients. If you are taking any other medications, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using this product. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using this eye gel.
Does carbomer gel have any side effects?
Like all medications, Clinitas Hydrate carbomer gel can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. These side effects include:
- Blurred vision
- Eye discomfort
- Eyelid crusting
- Eye irritation
- Swelling
- Eye pain
- Itchy eyes
- Red eyes
- Increased tear production
- Skin inflammation
- Symptoms of allergic reaction, e.g. itching, redness, swelling, rash, etc.
If you experience these or any other side effects while using this product, stop use and speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist immediately, if necessary.
How to store this product
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not use if the expiry date printed on the original packaging has passed. Once open use within 28 days. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Important Information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist 4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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