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Addtears Benefits & Uses

Addtears is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Dry Eye Syndrome

Addtears Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Dry Eye Syndrome Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Dry Eye Syndrome Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Dry Eye Syndrome Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Dry Eye Syndrome Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Addtears Related Warnings

Is the use of Addtears safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Addtears has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Addtears safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Addtears on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Addtears on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Addtears on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Addtears on the Liver?

Using Addtears does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Addtears on the Heart?

Addtears is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Addtears Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Addtears unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Eye Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Addtears

Is this Addtears habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Addtears is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Addtears since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Addtears, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Addtears cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Addtears Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Addtears

Taking Addtears with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Addtears

Information about the interaction of Addtears and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Addtears

Question over 5 years ago

What is Addtears?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Addtears is a brand name of carboxymethylcellulose. It is an over the counter (OTC) drug that belongs to the class of eye lubricant or artificial tears. It is used in the treatment of dry eye syndrome which causes symptoms such as dryness of eye, burning, and eye pain.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Addtears?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Put 1- 2 drops of Addtears 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Addtears safe to use?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Addtears is safe to use. However, few side effects have been observed such as eye pain, increased lacrimation, and eye swelling. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Addtears while wearing contact lens?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Addtears while wearing contact lens. Therapeutic efficacy of Addtears does not affect by contact lenses.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Addtears work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Addtears 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).