WHAT IS NETALO EYE DROPS ?

 

WHAT IS NETALO EYE DROPS ?

NETALO EYE DROPS contains Netarsudil which belongs to the group of medicines known as Rho Kinase Inhibitor. NETALO EYE DROPS is indicated for reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in adult patients with primary open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

Primary open angle glaucoma is a type of glaucoma which develops over the period of time due to clogging of drainage channels of the eye. Glaucoma is an irreversible and progressive condition in which optic nerve gets damaged due to several reasons such as increased pressure caused by fluid build-up in front region of eye. Ocular hypertension can be defined as high intraocular (inside the eye) pressure due to disturbance in balance between production and outflow of aqueous humour (fluid inside the eye).



USES OF NETALO EYE DROPS

Used to reduce elevated intraocular pressure in adult patients with primary open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension

HOW NETALO EYE DROPS WORKS

NETALO EYE DROPS is a rho kinase inhibitor, works by reducing intraocular pressure (IOP) by increasing the outflow of aqueous humour (transparent fluid in eye which is important for maintaining pressure inside eye and nourishment of our natural lens) through relaxation of trabecular meshwork.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Instil NETALO EYE DROPS into the affected eye as directed by your doctor. NETALO EYE DROPS is for ophthalmic use only. Do not inject or swallow the medicine. Wash your hands before using and avoid touching the nozzle/dropper while using the medicine as it may contaminate the medicine.

Your doctor will decide exact dose and duration according to your disease condition, body weight, and age. The tip of the dispensing container should avoid contacting the eye, surrounding structures, fingers, or any other surface in order to avoid contamination of the solution.

SIDE EFFECTS OF NETALO EYE DROPS

Eye dryness, breaks in protective surface fluid layer of eye

Eye discharge, itching in eyes or eyelids, eye irritation

Pain in the eye

Feeling of grittiness in the eye

Sensitivity to light

Instillation site pain, discomfort and erythema

Reduced visual acuity.

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