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Santen Allergy Eye Drops (Femirocast Potassium)

Prescription medicationEye dropsEye drops
Ingredient · strength
Pemirolast Potassium›1mg / 1mL
Manufacturer / importer
Santen Pharmaceutical Korea Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A colorless and transparent solution in a colorless and transparent plastic bottle for eye drops
Packaging
5mL/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201701102 · Approved 2017.02.28 · Insurance code 665600221

Summary

Main use
Treatment of allergic conjunctivitis and vernal keratitis and conjunctivitis
Who applies the drops
Adults
Adult eye dose
Instill 1 drop in the eye(s) twice daily (morning and evening).

Ingredients

Importer
Santen Pharmaceutical Korea Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of allergic conjunctivitis and vernal keratitis and conjunctivitis

  • Allergic conjunctivitis
  • seasonal keratitis
  • conjunctivitis
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This medication is used for allergic conjunctivitis and keratitis/conjunctivitis commonly occurring in the spring.

How to apply drops

Adult eye dose

Instill 1 drop in the eye(s) twice daily (morning and evening).

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to any of its components. During use, allergic reactions such as eyelid inflammation or dermatitis may occur, and if such symptoms appear, usage should be stopped immediately. Symptoms such as eye redness, irritation, itching, burning sensation, and dryness may occur, and if these symptoms are severe, it is advisable to stop using the medication. Occasionally, in addition to allergic reactions, symptoms like back pain, cough, fever, and nasal congestion may appear, so caution is advised. This medication contains phosphate, and patients with corneal damage may rarely experience corneal calcification, so caution is needed. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should use this medication only if the benefits of treatment are judged to outweigh the risks. Breastfeeding women should use this medication cautiously due to the possibility of it passing into breast milk. Safety has not been established in premature infants, newborns, and young children, so it is advisable not to use it in these populations. This medication is for ophthalmic use only and should be thoroughly washed off if it contacts the eyelids or skin. Care should be taken to avoid touching the tip of the dropper to the eyelids or eyelashes, and contaminated or cloudy solutions should not be used. Since it contains the preservative benzalkonium chloride, it should not be used while wearing soft contact lenses, and lenses can only be put back on at least 15 minutes after use. Avoid sharing with others to prevent contamination. Store out of the reach of children, away from direct sunlight, and in a cool place. Do not transfer to another container, and precautions should be taken to prevent misuse and maintain the quality of the medication.

Side effects

  • blepharitis
  • blepharoconjunctivitis
  • conjunctival hyperemia
  • irritation
  • eye discharge
  • itching
  • burning sensation
  • dry eye syndrome
  • discomfort
  • foreign body sensation
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  • conjunctivitis
  • allergy
  • back pain
  • bronchitis
  • cough
  • dysmenorrhea
  • fever
  • sinusitis
  • sneezing
  • nasal congestion
  • corneal calcification

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture, at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius (room temperature). Storing it this way will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A colorless and transparent solution in a colorless and transparent plastic bottle for eye drops

Package unit

5mL/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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