Brolene Eye Drops for Eye Infections - 10ml

Product Summary

Brolene Eye Drops helps treat minor infections of the eye or eyelid, including red or inflamed eyes, stickiness or crusting. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, allowing your body to fight off the infection.

Directions

• Wash your hands.
• Remove the cap from the bottle.
• Tilt your head back.
• Squeeze one or two drops inside the lower lid without touching.
• One or two drops in the affected eye up to four times a day.
• Use for at least 2 days.
• If your symptoms get worse or do not improve after 2 days, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Ingredients

• The solution contains 0.1% w/v of the active substance, propamidine isetionate,
• The other ingredients are ammonium chloride, sodium chloride, benzalkonium chloride, sodium hydroxide and water for injections.

Warnings and Restrictions

• Always read the leaflet before taking this medicine. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
• Contents are sterile and should be used within 4 weeks of opening (7 days in a hospital).
• FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY

Take special care with Brolene Eye Drops if you wear contact lenses.

• You should not wear contact lenses while applying these drops.
• You should avoid contact of the drops with soft lenses.
• You should remove contact lenses prior to using the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before you put your contact lenses back in.
• You might notice a change in the colour of your contact lenses.

Do not use this medicine, and tell your doctor or pharmacist if:

You are allergic (hypersensitive) to propamidine isetionate or any of the other ingredients of Brolene Eye Drops. Signs of an allergic reaction include a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of the lips, face, throat, tongue, or around the eyes.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant, might become pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking or using any medicine.

Driving and using machines

Your eyesight may be blurred straight after using these drops. If this happens, do not drive or use any tools or machines until you can see clearly.

If you are not sure if the above apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Brolene Eye Drops.

Taking other medicines

Speak to your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking any other medications, especially any other medicines for the eyes.

Storage

Store below 25°C.

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Pharmacist FAQs Answered

What are Brolene Eye Drops used for?

Brolene Eye Drops are used primarily to treat mild eye infections, redness or inflamed eyes, and infections such as stickiness or crusting around the eyes. They work by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, allowing your body's natural defence mechanism to clear the infection. It is similar to braking to slow down an unwanted driver to allow your body to take over and heal the disease.

How do I use Brolene Eye Drops?

To put in Brolene Eye Drops, first wash your hands. This will stop you from putting more bacteria into your eyes. Remove the cap from the bottle and slightly tilt your head back. Then squeeze one or two drops into the lower eyelid, ensuring the dropper does not touch your eye or skin, to maintain sterility. You can use the drops four times a day but for at least 2 days. If your symptoms worsen or do not improve after this period, consult your local healthcare professional.

Can I wear contact lenses when using Brolene Eye Drops?

If you wear contact lenses, you should remove them before applying Brolene Eye Drops. The drops may alter the soft lenses and lead to a change in colour and clarity. Allow at least 15 minutes after you have applied the drops before you insert your contact lenses again. This will enable the drops to function without any obstruction from your lenses.

What do I do if I have an allergic reaction to the drops?

You may very rarely be allergic to Brolene Eye Drops. The symptoms can include skin rashes, swallowing or breathing difficulties, and lips, face, throat, or eye swelling. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue use of the drops immediately and consult a doctor. You need to tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to anything, especially propamidine isethionate, which is the active ingredient of these drops.

Can I use Brolene Eye Drops if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, you must consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Brolene Eye Drops. While the drops are safe to use for short periods, your doctor will balance the risks and benefits of using the drops in your situation. It is always best to exercise caution with the use of medicines in pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Can I drive after using Brolene Eye Drops?

Brolene Eye Drops can blur your vision shortly after applying the drops. If this happens, do not drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear again. This is for your safety to prevent accidents, as your eyesight will be temporarily affected.

What do I do if the drops don't seem to be working?

If you don't feel any improvement after two days of treatment with Brolene Eye Drops, or if your symptoms worsen, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist. This could indicate that the infection is not reacting to the treatment, and you may need a different treatment or further investigation.

How should I store Brolene Eye Drops?

To preserve the effectiveness of Brolene Eye Drops, keep them under 25°C in a dry, cool place. Keep the bottle out of children's reach. Once opened, use the drops within 4 weeks. Use the drops within 7 days in a hospital, as they are more likely to be contaminated in such an environment.

Can I use Brolene Eye Drops with other eye medications?

If you already take other eye medications, consulting with your doctor or pharmacist before taking multiple treatments is a good idea. Brolene Eye Drops can interact with other medicines, especially if they are also being taken to treat eye infections. Your healthcare provider can recommend how to take alternative treatments safely.