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Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Sodium cromoglicate may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
What it is and what it is used for
for Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, solution (called Opticrom Allergy Single Dose in this leaflet) contains a medicine called sodium cromoglicate. This belongs to a group of medicines called anti allergics. What Opticrom Allergy Single Dose is used for Opticrom Allergy Single Dose is used to relieve and treat eye allergies in adults and children. There are two types of eye allergy:
- 'perennial allergic conjunctivitis' – this can happen at any time of the year
- 'hay fever' or 'seasonal allergic conjunctivitis' – this happens in different seasons and is caused by different pollens. Signs of allergies include itchy, watery, red or inflamed eyes and puffy eyelids. How Opticrom Allergy Single Dose works Opticrom Allergy Single Dose works by stopping the release of the natural substances in your eyes – these are the cause of the allergic reaction. 2. What you need to know before you use Opticrom Allergy Single Dose Do not use Opticrom Allergy Single Dose:
- If you are allergic to sodium cromoglicate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6). Signs include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue. Also, the redness, itching or swelling of the eyes or eyelids may get worse. Do not use Opticrom Allergy Single Dose if the above applies to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine. Warnings and precautions Once opened, use the single-dose container immediately. After use, throw away the container and any medicine left in it – do not use again. This is because the Opticrom Allergy Single Dose container is sterile and preservative-free. If you wear contact lenses, follow the instruction for contact lens wearers in section 3. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure whether the child has allergic eyes. Also do this, if you have any other questions about using these eye drops in a child.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine. Driving and using machines You may have blurred eye-sight just after using this medicine. If this happens, do not drive or use any tools or machines until you can see clearly.
How to take it
Opticrom Allergy Single Dose Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. How much to use The recommended dose is:
- 1 or 2 drops in each eye
- 4 times a day. You must contact your doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve. Using this medicine This medicine is for use in the eyes only (ocular use). Do not swallow it.
- First wash your hands.
- Break off one single-dose container from the strip. pen the container by bending or twisting the tab – use it as •O soon as you have opened it.
- Tilt your head back.
- Pull down your lower eye lid.
- S queeze 1 or 2 drops inside the eye lid – without touching your eye with the container.
- Close your eye.
- Wipe away any liquid from around the eye with a clean tissue. Then do the same to put the drops in the other eye. After use, throw away the container and any medicine left in it – do not use again. Contact lens wearers As with most topical eye medications, if you wear contact lenses, you should remove them before using Opticrom Allergy Single Dose. After using this medicine, you should wait 15 minutes before putting your contact lenses back in. If you use more Opticrom Allergy Single Dose than you should If you use the eye drops more often than you should, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. If you forget to use Opticrom Allergy Single Dose
- I f you forget a dose, use your drops as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.
- Do not use a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
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If you stop using Opticrom Allergy Single Dose
- I f you stop using this medicine, your signs of allergies may come back. Opticrom Allergy Single Dose keeps your eye allergies from returning. •K eep using the drops if you are still around the things that you are allergic to, even if your eye allergy has got better. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Stop using Opticrom Allergy Single Dose and talk to a doctor straight away if: It is not known how often these happen.
- t he itching, redness or swelling of your eyes gets worse – you may be allergic to these drops. Other side effects can include: It is not known how often these happen
- mild eye irritation
- s tinging or burning in your eyes or blurring of eye-sight – this should only last for a short time and happens immediately after using the eye drops. Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to store it
Opticrom Allergy Single Dose Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label and carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Store below 25°C. Keep the single-dose containers in the aluminium sachet in order to protect from light. After opening the aluminium sachet, throw away any remaining contents after 28 days. Once opened, use the single-dose container immediately. After use, throw away the container and any medicine left in it – do not use again. This is because the Opticrom Allergy Single Dose container is sterile and preservative-free. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
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Contents of the pack and other information
What Opticrom Allergy Single Dose contains
- T he active substance is sodium cromoglicate. Each single-dose container contains 2% w/v of sodium cromoglicate.
- T he other ingredients are sodium chloride and purified water. What Opticrom Allergy Single Dose looks like and contents of the pack Opticrom Allergy Single Dose is a clear colourless to pale yellow solution supplied in single-dose container of 0.3 ml packaged in an aluminium sachet. Pack sizes: 10 and 20 single-dose containers. Not all pack sizes may be marketed. Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer Marketing Authorisation Holder Sanofi, 410 Thames Valley Park Drive, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1PT, UK. Tel: 0800 035 2525 e-mail: [email protected] Manufacturer Laboratoire Unither Espace Industriel Nord 151, rue André Durouchez CS 28028 80084 AMIENS France This leaflet does not contain all the information about your medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or pharmacist. This leaflet was last revised in 07/2021
Frequently asked questions about Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution
How do I take Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution?
Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution comes as eye drops. Always follow the dose your doctor or pharmacist has given you, and read the leaflet that comes with the medicine.
What is the active substance in Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution?
The active substance in Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution is sodium cromoglicate.
Are there equivalent medicines to Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution?
Medicines with the same active substance, strength and form include: Allercrom 2% w/v Eye Drops, Allergy Relief 2% w/v eye drops, Solution, Aspire Hayfever Relief 2% w/v Eye Drops, solution. In total there are 18 equivalent products. They are interchangeable only if your prescriber or pharmacist says so.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution, as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Opticrom Allergy Single Dose 2% w/v Eye Drops, Solution without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: sodium cromoglicate
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
⚕For healthcare professionals — Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC)Full SmPC: dosage, interactions, contraindications, warnings+
4.1. Therapeutic indications
For the relief and treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic conjunctivitis.
4.2. Posology and method of administration
Posology
Adults and children
The recommended dose is one or two drops in each eye four times a day.
Opticrom Single Dose should be used regularly to ensure optimal control of symptoms. It is recommended that treatment is continued during the period of exposure to allergen.
Special population
Older people
No current evidence for alteration of the dose.
Paediatric
In children, caregiver supervision and/or assistance may be required
Method of administration
For ocular use only.
It should be administered in the conjunctival sac of the affected eye.
To avoid contamination, the tip of the container should not touch the eye or any surface (see section 4.4).
As with most ophthalmic preparations, contact lenses should be removed before each application and may be inserted after 15 minutes.
In case of concomitant treatment with other eye drops, instillations should be 15 minutes apart.
4.3. Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients listed in section 6.1.
4.4. Special warnings and precautions for use
Opticrom Single Dose is sterile, preservative-free, and presented in a single-dose container which should be used immediately after opening and any remaining contents discarded after use.
Patients wearing contact lenses: see section 4.2.
4.5. Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
No interactions studies have been performed.
4.6. Fertility, pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy
As with all medication, caution should be exercised especially during the first trimester of pregnancy. Cumulative experience with sodium cromoglicate suggests that it has no adverse effects on foetal development. It should be used in pregnancy only where there is a clear need.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether sodium cromoglicate is excreted in human breast milk but, on the basis of its physicochemical properties, this is considered unlikely. There is no information to suggest the use of sodium cromoglicate has any undesirable effects on the baby.
Fertility
Animal studies did not show any effect on fertility. It is not known if sodium cromoglicate has an effect on human fertility.
4.7. Effects on ability to drive and use machines
As with all eye drops, instillation of these eye drops may cause a transient blurring of vision. Patients are advised not to drive or operate machinery if affected, until their normal vision has been re-established.
4.8. Undesirable effects
Frequencies are based on the MedDRA frequency convention and defined as: very common (≥1/10); common (≥1/100 to <1/10); uncommon (≥1/1,000 to <1/100); rare (≥1/10,000 to <1/1,000); very rare (<1/10,000); not known (cannot be estimated from the available data).
Eye Disorders
Not known: transient stinging and burning may occur after instillation. Other symptoms of local irritation have been reported.
Immune System Disorders
Not known: hypersensitivity reactions have been reported
Reporting of suspected adverse reactions
Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse reactions via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
4.9. Overdose
No action other than medical observation should be necessary.
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