catobar eye drop
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
๐ 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
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Potassium Iodide + Sodium Chloride |
| Brand Name | Cataclear Eye Drop |
| Manufacturer | Austrak Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | OPHTHAL |
| Action Class | Ophthalmic decongestant and anti-inflammatory |
| Route of Administration | Ophthalmic (topical) |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30ยฐC), protect from light, keep tightly closed |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Potassium iodide acts as an expectorant and anti-inflammatory; sodium chloride provides osmotic effect to reduce edema
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take catobar eye drop
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of catobar eye drop
โ Common Side Effects
- Temporary stinging
- Blurred vision
- Eye irritation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reaction
- Corneal damage
- Increased intraocular pressure
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Systemic iodine toxicity (with prolonged use)
- Thyroid dysfunction
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
None known
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any component; active corneal infection
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Ocular examination for improvement or adverse effects
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Use with caution; not known if excreted in breast milk
๐ Overdose Management
Rinse eye with water; symptomatic treatment if systemic effects occur
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose
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โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.