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Apidine Eye Drop

Written By Dr. Radhika Dua, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 09 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)
Apidine Eye Drop is an antiseptic agent. It is used for cleaning the surface of the eye before an eye surgery or eye injection.
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General Information

Contains

Povidone Iodine (0.5% w/v)

Marketer

Appasamy Ocular Device Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Always wash your hands before using Apidine Eye Drop. Use only the number of drops that your doctor has prescribed. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before using the drops and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back in.

If you're also using other eye medicines, wait for at least 10 minutes before using this medicine. Read the leaflet that comes with the medicine for a full guide on how to use the drops and get the most benefit. Don't touch the tip of the dropper or bottle. This may lead to infection.

This medicine is generally safe and does not usually cause any common side effects. However, do not use this eye drop If you are allergic to it or if you have a thyroid disorder. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Uses of Apidine Eye Drop

  • Treatment and prevention of Wound infection

Benefits of Apidine Eye Drop

Treatment and prevention of Wound infection
Apidine Eye Drop is a versatile antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of infection. Apidine Eye Drop kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, and wounds, or any break in the skin from getting infected. The antiseptic effect is caused due to the slow release of iodine. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Apidine Eye Drop

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 Apidine
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Apidine Eye Drop

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.

How Apidine Eye Drop works

Apidine Eye Drop is an antiseptic that kills infectious microorganisms and cleans the surface of the eye. This reduces the chances of infection before and after eye surgery.

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Quick tips

  • Apidine Eye Drop helps clean your eye before surgery.
  • It may also be used to lubricate your eyes.
  • If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
  • Stop using Apidine Eye Drop and inform your doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Apidine Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Apidine Eye Drop is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving

Driving

SAFE
Apidine Eye Drop does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established
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Frequently asked questions

The area around the eyes should be carefully cleaned with a sterile cotton swab first. Two to three drops of the solution should be instilled into the eye(s) and left for 2 minutes. It should not be used for any other purpose other than to clean the eyes before surgery.
Apidine Eye Drop can be used as an antiseptic to treat or prevent infections in wounds such as ulcers, small burns or cuts, and other minor injuries. However, take special care if you are applying Apidine Eye Drop on open large wounds or where the skin is broken like burns. The reason being there may be a risk of excessive absorption of iodine in the blood which may increase to toxic levels.
Apidine Eye Drop has a natural golden brown color which stains the area where you have applied it. It does not however, permanently stain your skin and fingernails. The stain can be easily removed from your clothes with soap and water.
Apidine Eye Drop is used in the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds including cuts, small areas of burn, ulcers and minor injuries. Do not use this medicine on deep wounds and clean surgical wounds.
Clean the affected area and apply a small amount of the medicine to it. You can then cover it with a sterile bandage. You can apply this medicine 1 to 3 times daily. However, do not use it for longer than 1 week.
Using Apidine Eye Drop over a large area or for a long time may sometimes cause problems with your thyroid. Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction include weight loss, increased appetite, sweating, lack of energy, and weight gain. If you notice such symptoms, contact your doctor who may advise you to stop using Apidine Eye Drop.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Iodinated polyvinyl polymer

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Antiseptics and disinfectants

References

  1. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1139.
  2. Povidone Iodine. Kingston-Upon-Thames Surrey: Bausch & Lomb U.K. Ltd.; 2012 [revised 26 Oct. 2017]. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Patient concerns

I had c section on 20 Feb 2017 and now since few days I see sticky discharge which usually use to be transparent previously is at times blood filled Why so? Shall I see my gyne for this?

Dr. Megha Gupta
Dr. Megha Gupta
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Please visit your doctor for a check yp to rule out any infection of the wound site

skin infection,etchaing, and some part of body wound

Dr. Souvik Sardar
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need a face to face consultation and clinical examination of the problem kindly visit a dermatologist nearby if you're from kolkata u can visit my chamber
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Marketer details

Name: Appasamy Ocular Device Pvt Ltd
Address: 20,SBI Officers' colony, First Street, Arumbakkam, Chennai (Madras) - 600 106, Tamil Nadu, INDIA

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Country of origin: India

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