Artelac Balance

"Artelac Balance" is a medical product that contains hyaluronic acid as an active ingredient. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that is present in the tissues of the body, including the eyes. It plays an important role in moisturizing and protecting the surface of the eye.

"Artelac Balance" is commonly used as a moisturizing eye drop. It helps to soothe and moisturize dry and irritated eyes, and also provides protection to the surface of the eye from external irritants such as wind, dust or pollution.

This medicine may be recommended for use in various eye conditions associated with dryness, discomfort or irritation. However, before using Artelac Balance, it is recommended to consult a doctor or pharmacist to obtain recommendations for use and dosage in your specific case.

Indications Artelac Balance

• Dry eyes: This medication may help moisturize and soothe dry, burning, or uncomfortable eyes.
• Dry eye syndrome: This medication may be used to relieve symptoms of dry eye syndrome, including a gritty feeling in the eyes, redness, itching, and a feeling of irritation.
• Working at a computer or in air-conditioned rooms: When working at a computer for long periods of time or in dry air conditions, your eyes may become dry and irritated. Artelac Balance can help moisturize your eyes and soothe discomfort.
• Maintaining eye health: Using hyaluronic acid can help maintain the health of the eye surface and prevent irritation.

Release form

"Artelac Balance" is usually available in the form of eye drops. This is a clear solution that is applied directly to the surface of the eye using a special dispenser. Eye drops can be supplied in reusable bottles or single-use ampoule packages.

Eye drops are usually intended for repeated use within a specified period of time after opening the bottle or ampoule, as indicated in the instructions for use.

Pharmacodynamics

• Eye Moisturizing: Hyaluronic acid has a high moisturizing property. It helps retain water on the surface of the eye, providing natural hydration and softening of the eyes.
• Protects the surface of the eye: Hyaluronic acid creates a thin protective layer on the surface of the eye that helps prevent moisture evaporation and protects the eyes from irritants such as wind, dust or pollution.
• Maintaining Eye Health: Using hyaluronic acid can help maintain the health of the ocular surface, reduce dryness and discomfort, and prevent damage caused by dry eyes.

Pharmacokinetics

• Absorption: Since hyaluronic acid is usually applied topically to the ocular surface, its systemic absorption is negligible. The majority of the dose remains on the ocular surface, providing hydration and protection.
• Distribution: Hyaluronic acid has a high affinity for water, so it is well retained on the surface of the eye, providing hydration and protection for a long time.
• Metabolism and elimination: Since hyaluronic acid is a natural component of body tissues, it is not usually subject to metabolic processes and is eliminated primarily through natural mechanisms such as tears and drainage.

Dosing and administration

• Preparation: Before using the drops, wash your hands thoroughly to avoid eye contamination.
• Drops: Lean back or lie on your back. Open the bottle or ampoule and press gently to dispense one drop of solution into the lower conjunctival sac (the sac under the lower eyelid). Avoid touching the tip of the bottle or ampoule to the surface of the eye or skin.
• Blinking: After applying the drops, squint your eyes slightly to distribute the solution evenly over the surface of the eye. Avoid vigorous eye massage and closing your eyes for several minutes after application.
• Frequency of use: Usually, "Artelac Balance" is used 3-4 times a day, or as recommended by a doctor. The time interval between each use should be approximately the same.

Use Artelac Balance during pregnancy

If a pregnant woman needs to use eye drops because of dry eyes or other problems, she should discuss it with her doctor. The doctor can evaluate the potential risks and benefits of using the drug and recommend the safest options for pregnancy.

Contraindications

• Individual intolerance: People with a known allergy to hyaluronic acid or other components of the drug should avoid using it.
• Infectious eye diseases: In case of infectious eye diseases such as conjunctivitis, the use of Artelac Balance eye drops may be undesirable or require consultation with a doctor.
• Eye injury or surgery: Before using Artelac Balance in the postoperative period or if there is an eye injury, it is necessary to consult an ophthalmologist.
• Children: Some forms of eye drops may not be recommended for use in children without consulting a doctor.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The issue of using Artelac Balance during pregnancy or breastfeeding requires special attention and doctor's recommendations.

Side effects Artelac Balance

• Rare allergic reactions: Rare cases of allergic reactions such as itching, redness of the eyes or swelling may occur.
• Temporary eye irritation: In rare cases, temporary eye irritation, burning sensation or discomfort may occur while using the drops.
• Visual disturbances: Some people may experience temporary changes in vision after using the drops.
• Rare infectious complications: Although rare, improper use of eye drops can increase the risk of infectious complications, especially if the drops are used in a contaminated environment.

Overdose

Overdose of Artelac Balance is unlikely due to its local use in the form of eye drops.

Interactions with other drugs

• Other eye drops: When using several eye medications, it is recommended to maintain an interval of several minutes between the use of Artelac Balance and other eye drops to avoid dilution or dissolution of the medication.
• Contact lenses: Before using Artelac Balance with contact lenses, consult your doctor or pharmacist. It is generally recommended to remove contact lenses before using the drops and to reinsert them some time after use.
• Medicines affecting eye pressure: When using Artelac Balance simultaneously with other medicines affecting eye pressure, such as eye drops with hypotensive effects, caution should be exercised and eye pressure should be monitored regularly.