catobar eye drop - Potassium Iodide (3.3% w/v) + Sodium Chloride (0.83% w/v) medicine

catobar eye drop

4.6 (14 reviews)
๐Ÿญ Austrak Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 22, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is catobar eye drop used for?

Cataclear Eye Drop (Potassium Iodide + Sodium Chloride) is used to treat OPHTHAL. It contains Potassium Iodide (3.3% w/v) + Sodium Chloride (0.83% w/v), which Potassium iodide acts as an expectorant and anti-inflammatory; sodium chloride p. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Potassium Iodide + Sodium Chloride
  • Manufacturer: Austrak Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The Indian pharmaceutical market is expected to reach $130 billion by 2030.

๐Ÿ’Š catobar eye drop Uses & Benefits

Treatment of corneal opacities, ocular inflammation, and as a decongestant

Off-label uses: May be used for dry eye symptoms

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Potassium Iodide + Sodium Chloride
Brand NameCataclear Eye Drop
ManufacturerAustrak Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassOPHTHAL
Action ClassOphthalmic decongestant and anti-inflammatory
Route of AdministrationOphthalmic (topical)
StorageStore at room temperature (15-30ยฐC), protect from light, keep tightly closed
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionMinimal systemic absorption following ocular administration
DistributionLocal distribution in ocular tissues
Protein BindingNot applicable due to minimal systemic absorption
MetabolismNot metabolized significantly
Half-LifeNot applicable
ExcretionPrimarily eliminated via lacrimal drainage and local clearance
BioavailabilityNot applicable (topical)
Onset of ActionRapid, within minutes
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable
Duration of Action4-6 hours

How It Works

Potassium iodide acts as an expectorant and anti-inflammatory; sodium chloride provides osmotic effect to reduce edema

Mechanism Steps

1Potassium iodide reduces inflammation and promotes clearance of corneal deposits
2Sodium chloride creates osmotic gradient to reduce corneal edema
3Combination facilitates healing and improves vision

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take catobar eye drop

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of catobar eye drop

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Temporary stinging
  • Blurred vision
  • Eye irritation

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Severe allergic reaction
  • Corneal damage
  • Increased intraocular pressure

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Systemic iodine toxicity (with prolonged use)
  • Thyroid dysfunction

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

None known

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any component; active corneal infection

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Ocular examination for improvement or adverse effects

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Use with caution; not known if excreted in breast milk

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Rinse eye with water; symptomatic treatment if systemic effects occur

โฐ Missed Dose

Apply as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

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