Lacri-Vision Eye Drop

Lacri-Vision Eye Drop is a sterile, colourless ophthalmic lubricant solution formulated with hypromellose 0.32% w/v as its principal ingredient, a cellulose-derivative viscosity agent commonly used in eye care preparations. It is manufactured by OmniVision GmbH, a Germany-based ophthalmic care company, and is presented as a medium-viscosity, watery solution designed for instillation directly into the eye. In Malaysia, Lacri-Vision Eye Drop is listed by DoctorOnCall under the Eye Care category of its Over-the-Counter (OTC) range, meaning it can be purchased directly without a doctor’s prescription.

As a class, Lacri-Vision Eye Drop belongs to the artificial tears / ocular lubricant category of eye care products. It forms a thin, transparent film across the front surface of the eye when instilled and is supplied as a free-flowing liquid drop rather than a thicker gel. This distinguishes it from carbomer-based ocular lubricant gels, which have a higher viscosity and are typically reserved for night-time or less frequent use; Lacri-Vision Eye Drop’s lower-viscosity liquid formulation makes it suitable for more frequent daytime instillation without causing prolonged visual blurring.

Lacri-Vision Eye Drop is sold in Malaysia in a 10ml multidose dropper bottle, allowing for repeated use across multiple applications from a single bottle. The exact excipient list, including whether a preservative is present, should always be confirmed on the carton or package leaflet accompanying the specific batch purchased, as formulations can be updated by the manufacturer from time to time.

Wash your hands thoroughly before handling the bottle. Tilt your head back or lie down, and gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a small pocket. Hold the dropper tip close to the eye without letting it touch the eye, eyelid, eyelashes, or any other surface, then allow the drop to fall into the pocket formed by the lower eyelid.

After instillation, close your eyes gently for a moment and avoid blinking rapidly, which can help the solution spread evenly across the eye surface. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before instilling the drop and wait at least 15 minutes, or as advised by your eye care professional, before reinserting them. If you are using more than one type of eye drop, space each product a few minutes apart so that one does not wash out the other. Replace the cap tightly after each use to keep the solution sterile.

For adults, the typical dose is 1-2 drops instilled into the affected eye(s) as needed. Frequency can vary by individual, and the product label or your pharmacist’s advice should be followed; many artificial tear products are used up to 4 times a day, though some formulations allow more frequent use. There is no specific maximum daily dose fixed by the manufacturer for this type of lubricant eye drop, but if you find you need to use it many times a day for more than a few days in a row, speak to a pharmacist or doctor.

If you miss a scheduled application, simply instill the next drop when you remember rather than doubling up. Because this is a lubricant product used as needed rather than on a strict dosing schedule, a missed dose does not usually require any special action. See a doctor or pharmacist if you experience eye pain, a change in vision, unusual discharge, or if redness and irritation do not improve after a few days of use.

Use Lacri-Vision Eye Drop before the expiry date printed on the bottle and carton. As with other multidose eye drop products, once the bottle has been opened it should be discarded after the in-use period stated on the packaging or leaflet, even if some solution remains in the bottle, to reduce the risk of contamination.

Store Lacri-Vision Eye Drop at room temperature, below 25°C, in its original carton to protect it from light. Keep the bottle upright with the cap tightly closed when not in use, and keep it out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use the solution if it has become cloudy, discoloured, or if the tamper seal has been broken before first use.

• Common: Mild, transient stinging or burning sensation immediately after instillation.
• Common: Brief blurring of vision for a few seconds after the drop is instilled.
• Common: Temporary mild redness of the eye.
• Serious: Signs of an allergic reaction, such as eyelid swelling, marked itching, or a rash around the eye, which require the product to be stopped and medical advice sought.
• Serious: Persistent eye pain, worsening redness, or any change in vision, which should be assessed by a doctor promptly.

• Known hypersensitivity to hypromellose or any other ingredient in the formulation.
• The solution has become discoloured or cloudy, or the container has been damaged.
• The tamper-evident seal on the bottle was already broken at the time of purchase.

• Lacri-Vision Eye Drop acts locally on the surface of the eye and is not known to have clinically significant systemic drug or food interactions.
• If you are using more than one type of eye drop or eye ointment, space each product approximately 5-10 minutes apart so that one product does not dilute or wash out the other.
• Inform your pharmacist of any other eye medications, including other lubricant drops, that you are currently using.

• Never let the dropper tip touch your eye, eyelid, fingers, or any other surface to keep the solution sterile.
• Wash your hands before every application.
• Remove contact lenses before instilling the drop and wait before reinserting them.
• Check that the solution is clear before use, and discard the bottle if it looks cloudy or discoloured.
• Keep the bottle for personal use only; do not share it with another person, even a family member, for hygiene reasons.
• Note the date you first opened the bottle so you know when to discard it.

Precautions: Contact lens wearers should remove their lenses before use and check with their eye care professional on how long to wait before reinserting them. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic eye condition, it is sensible to check with a pharmacist before regular use, even though topical eye lubricants are generally considered low-risk due to minimal systemic absorption. Use your own bottle only, and do not use a bottle that has passed its in-use discard period.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Seek advice if eye discomfort, redness, or the sensation of a foreign body in the eye does not settle after a few days of use, if you notice discharge, crusting, or light sensitivity, or if you experience any sudden change in vision. These can be signs of an eye condition that needs a different type of treatment.