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Dru is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Dry Eye Syndrome.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dru. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dru can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Dru normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dru is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Dru related warnings talks about Dru's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Dru have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Dru have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dru is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Dru is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dru is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dru safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Dru has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Dru safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Dru for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dru on the Kidneys?
Using Dru does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Dru on the Liver?
Using Dru does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Dru on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Dru for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dru unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dru habit forming or addictive?
Dru does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dru does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Dru is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dru for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dru
Taking Dru with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dru
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dru with alcohol.
Dru contain carboxymethylcellulose which exerts its action by its physical properties which give lubricant effect and also increase the resident time in the eye by increasing the tear viscosity that lower the symptoms of tear deficiency (Dry Eye).
Yes, Dru can clear redness of eye if caused by dry eyes. However, if redness caused by inflammation and allergic reaction then do not use Dru, contact your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, you can use Dru while wearing contact lens. Therapeutic efficacy of Dru does not affect by contact lenses.
Put 1- 2 drops of Dru in the affected eye 4 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Avoid contamination, do not let touch the tip of container to the eye. Wash your hand properly before using the eye drop.
Yes, Dru can be discontinued without doctors advice if you are taking it by yourself. However, if it has been prescribed by your doctor and you are planning to discontinue it, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
