Modern life makes a person constantly look, then in the computer monitor, then in a smartphone or tablet.
For many, because of this in the evening at the end of the working day, eyesight deteriorates and eyes ache.
How to help the eyes in this case and avoid severe consequences in the form of visual impairment?
The preparation Montevizine will help to cope with this task.
In the article we will quote the indications for use, contraindications, prices and analogues of these eye drops.
- 1. Instructions for use
- 2. Side effects of
- 3. Conditions and shelf life of
- 4. Price of
- 5. Analogues of
- 6. Reviews of
- 7. Conclusion of
- 8. Video of
Instructions for use
MontevizineIs a medicinal product that is intended for topical use in ophthalmic practice.
It belongs to alpha-adrenomimetics and has a vasoconstrictor and anti-edematous effect.
Indications for use
The above preparation is prescribed in the following cases:
- Swelling and redness of the conjunctiva, caused by allergy.
- Puffiness and hyperemia of the eyeball caused by factors such as dust, tobacco smoke, reading, driving, swimming, and after tonometry.
Form release, composition
This medication can be purchased in pharmacies in the form of eye drops, which are a clear liquid that does not have a color.
These drops are sold in bottles of transparent glass with a volume of 10 milliliters, which are placed in a box of cardboard together with a dispensing cap.
The composition of 1 milliliter of drops of Montevizine is:
- 0.5 milligram of tetrisoline hydrochloride;
- 0.1 milligram of benzalkonium chloride;
- Sodium chloride;
- Edetate disodium;
- Boric acid;
- Tetraborate sodium;
- Injection water.
How to use
Drops of Montevizine should be injected two to three times a day, one or two drops into each bag of the conjunctiva. If you do not notice any effect for two days, stop using this medicine and seek medical advice from a doctor.
Interaction with other drugs
Montevizine should not be taken concomitantly with MAO inhibitors, maprolithin and tricyclic antidepressants, as this contributes to an increased likelihood of developing a hypertensive crisis.
Combination of this preparation with anesthetic agents in inhalation form, including halothane and cyclopropane, is not recommended, as this leads to an increased risk of ventricular fibrillation.
Side effects of
All side effects that may arise from the use of the above drug can be divided into local and system-wide.
To , local adverse reactions are:
- Increased pressure within the eyes.
- Redness of the organs of the visual system.
- Enhanced lacrimation.
- Increase the size of the pupils.
- Burning sensation in the eyes.
System-wide side effects can be called:
- Dizziness.
- Increased blood pressure.
- Weakness and drowsiness.
- Migraine.
- Failures in the functioning of the heart.
- Rapid heartbeat.
- Feeling sick.
- Tremors trembling.
- Hyperglycemia.
- Allergic manifestations.
If a patient experiences visual loss, severe eye pain, blurred spots in the field of vision or image dilation, hyperemia of the visual organs or the inability to look at bright light, the use of drops is recommended immediately stop and seek medical attention.
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Contraindications
Montevizine can not be used in these cases:
- For individual intolerance of the constituent components of the drug.
- For the treatment of children under the age of six.
- With glaucoma.
- With corneal dystrophy.
- While waiting for the baby and breastfeeding.
With care, this drug should be used when:
- Aneurysm;
- Arrhythmias;
- Elevated pressure;
- Thyrotoxicosis;
- Serious diseases of the cardiovascular system, including ischemia;
- Diabetes mellitus;
- Pheochromocytoma;
- During treatment with MAO inhibitors and other drugs that increase blood pressure.
If you are accustomed to wearing contact lenses, you need to remove them before you apply the drops, and install it back after fifteen minutes.
During treatment with Montevizin it is recommended to refrain from driving vehicles and other types of activities that require increased concentration.
In pregnancy,
During the gestation period, the use of Montevizine is unacceptable.
Shelf life and shelf life
| Shelf life in sealed packaging | 3 years |
| Shelf life after opening | less than 1 month |
| Temperature requirements | 15 to 25 degrees Celsius |
| Special requirements | Keep out of reach of children and direct sunlight |
Price
Average price in Russia
In Russian pharmacies the average price of drops of Montevizine is 160 rubles.
Average cost in Ukraine
In pharmacies located on the territory of Ukraine, this drug can be bought on average for 70 hryvnia.
Analogues
For products that can be called analogues of Montevizine, include:
- Vial;
- Vizin;
- Visotope;
- Visalin;
- Ophthal;
- Masked;
- Polynadim;
- Betadrin.
Reviews
Reviews about Montvezin drops are very controversial. Some people praise them for their effectiveness and affordable cost, while others note a lot of unpleasant side effects.
If you want to see the opinions of real patients about this drug, you can read them at the end of the article.
Conclusion
- Montevizine is a drug that is available in the form of eye drops.
- These drops are prescribed for the purpose of removing edema and eye hyperemia.
- In certain cases, you can not use Montevizin, including during pregnancy.
- Application of these drops can cause certain side effects.
- If necessary, Montvezin can be replaced with a similar product, after consultation with a doctor.
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