Manufacturer: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition : Ripasudil(0.4% w/v)
Bottle of 5ml Eye Drop
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Ripatec Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
This medicine is generally safe to use. However, you might experience irritation, redness and burning sensation at the application site. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case by accident, this medicine goes into your ears, nose or mouth, immediately rinse it with water. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after use of this medicine as it may cause blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Ripatec Eye Drop belongs to a class of medicines known as Rho kinase inhibitors. It promotes the outflow of aqueous humor from the eye into the systemic circulation. This decreases the increased fluid pressure in the eyes.
Pharmacokinetics. Ripasudil achieves a half-life of 0.49 to 0.73 hours in humans and is predominantly excreted in the urine.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ripatec
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Conjunctival hyperemia
Conjunctivitis
Eyelid inflammation
Eye irritation
If you are allergic to RIPASUDIL or its ingredients, do not use it without consulting a doctor. If you are a pregnant or nursing mother, consult your doctor before using RIPASUDIL. Consuming alcohol with RIPASUDIL may raise the chance of serious side effects.
Information regarding the use of Ripatec Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Information regarding the use of Ripatec Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Ripasudil is a rho kinase inhibitor indicated to treat ocular hypertension and open-angle glaucoma. Ripasudil, as hydrochloride hydrate (K-115), is a specifc Rho-associated coiled-coil containing protein kinase (ROCK) inhibitor used for the treatment of glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions were found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions were found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions were found/established.
Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Store below 30°C
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Ripatec Eye Drop is prescribed to reduce eye pressure and prevent glaucoma.
Apply the medicine so as not to touch the eye directly with the eyedropper tip.
In general, apply 1 drop at a time, twice a day. Strictly follow the instructions.
Avoid applying this medicine when you are wearing a soft contact lens.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience conjunctivitis symptoms.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
