Ektin eye drops – characteristics
Ektin is an eye drop containing the natural molecule Ectoin and hyaluronic acid. The drops are used to treat and prevent symptoms of seasonal and chronic allergic conjunctivitis (caused by pollen, dust mites, animal hair or mold).
- Ectoi is a natural molecule that protects cells and reduces inflammation.
- Hyaluronic acid binds water on the surface of the eye, thereby improving visual comfort.
Medical device without preservatives and buffers. Ektin can be used by contact lens wearers and people with sensitive eyes.
Indications
Ektin is an isotonic solution that can be used to treat and prevent symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic conjunctivitis caused by, for example, pollen, dust mites, animal hair or mold. Itching, irritation, redness or watery eyes can be effectively reduced.
How do Ektin drops work?
- They soothe eye irritations and restore moisture.
- They protect the eye from the harmful effects of allergens.
- They support the regeneration process of irritated and sensitive conjunctiva.
- They bring relief to red, irritated, itchy and watery eyes.
- They can be used by children, pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Composition
hyaluronic acid 0.24% (as sodium hyaluronate), Ectoin 2%, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide (to adjust pH) and water for injections.
How to use
- Remove the protective cap from the tip of the bottle.
- Place your thumb on the ergonomic thumb rest and the other two fingers on the bottom of the bottle.
- Turn the bottle upside down. Before using the pump for the first time, prime it by pressing the thumb rest 7 times until the first drop appears.
- Tilt your head back slightly. Hold the bottle in a comfortable position above your eye. With the finger of your free hand, gently pull down your lower eyelid. Gently press the thumb support. After instillation, to best distribute the drops on the surface of the eye, close your eyelid and slowly move your eyeball. If necessary, you can use your other hand for additional support and greater accuracy.
- To prevent possible contamination of the solution, avoid contact of the tip of the bottle with eyes or fingers.
- Place the protective cap on the bottle tip immediately after use.
Important! Before first use or after a long period of non-use: point the bottle downwards and press the pump until the first drop appears.
Use:
- Due to the lack of preservatives in the composition, Ektin eye drops can be used daily and as often as you like.
- There is no limit to the length of use.
- Administer 1-2 drops of Ektin to the eye as needed.
Dosage
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, administer 1–2 drops to each eye several times a day.
Ektin should be administered to children up to 10 years of age under adult supervision. It should be noted that when using for the first time and after a long period of non-use, it is necessary to perform preliminary pumping of the solution. When pumping the solution, the dropper bottle should be directed downwards.
Contraindications
Ektin eye drops should not be used in case of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product.
Warnings
- This is a medical device. Use it according to the instructions for use or label.
- Local hypersensitivity reactions have been reported very rarely. In such cases, use of the medical device should be discontinued.
- The product may cause temporary blurred vision, which may negatively affect the ability to drive and use machines.
- Do not touch the surface of the eye with the tip of the bottle to avoid possible eye injury or contamination of the solution.
- Shake off any remaining drops after use.
- You should wait approximately 15 minutes before applying another eye product.
- Ektin preservative-free eye drops can be used with soft and hard contact lenses.
- Once opened, the product can be used for 6 months.
- Do not use after the expiry date or if the packaging or bottle is damaged.
- Ektin drops should be kept out of the reach of children.
Notes on use
- For hygiene reasons, each bottle of eye drops should only be used by one person.
- Do not use longer than 6 weeks after opening.
- There are no known interactions of Ektin with other eye drops or eye ointments for topical use.
- After administering Ektin, wait at least 15 minutes before applying any other medical device or eye medication. After administering Ektin, wait at least 15 minutes before applying any other medical device or eye medication.
Adverse reactions
Ektin is well tolerated. No side effects are known to date.
In isolated cases, Ektin may cause short-term eye irritation, eye hyperaemia or conjunctivitis.
Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any side effects related to the use of Ektin. If the symptoms persist or worsen, please contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Contents
10ml
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