Korneregel for eyes. Reviews of doctors, instructions for use, price

Korneregel is a medicinewidely used to treat various eye diseases. According to patient reviews, the drug has a high therapeutic effect and can be used in childhood.

Forms of release and composition of the drug

This tool is produced in Russia in the form of a gel for topical use in ophthalmology. Dexpanthenol acts as the main component.

Additional composition:

• cetrimide;
• disodium salt of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid;
• carbomer;
• food additive E524 (caustic soda);
• injection water.

The gel is contained in an oblong tube equipped with a dispenser and packed in a cardboard container.

Pharmacological properties

Korneregel for eyes (reviews of the remedy speak of its high therapeutic effect) is used as an auxiliary or combined treatment.

This drug belongs to the category of keratoprotective and regenerating agents.

The active substance is a precursor of pantothenic acid. Due to biochemical reactions in the body, pantothenic acid is converted into coenzyme A, which is directly involved in various metabolic reactions.

According to tests carried out on animals, it was possible to find out that the active substance has regenerative properties. When used topically, the main ingredient contributes to the saturation of damaged skin with pantothenic acid.

Due to the thick consistency of the drug, its long-term effect on the ophthalmic membrane is ensured, which enhances the therapeutic effect of the drug.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

The drug has a moderate absorption capacity and can penetrate the skin.

Due to the presence of carbomer in the composition of the agent, long-term contact of the agent with the eye shell is ensured. In this case, the drug does not penetrate into the eye tissues and does not enter the systemic circulation.

Indications for use

The medication is intended for the treatment of various ophthalmic disorders in adults and children.

Indications:

• keratopathy, which has a non-inflammatory nature of origin - dystrophic changes in the stratum corneum, the formation of erosions, disorders caused by prolonged wearing of contact lenses;
• damage and burn conditions of the stratum corneum or conjunctiva - as an auxiliary treatment;
• infectious eye diseases (bacterial, viral and fungal) - as an auxiliary therapy.

The gel is used only if there are indications and a confirmed diagnosis.

Contraindications

Korneregel for eyes (drug reviews warn of the possible development of allergic reactions) should be used only in the absence of any contraindications.

The remedy has some limitations that are associated with the individual characteristics of the patient's body or the action of the main substances. Thus, the gel is prohibited for use in the presence of intolerance to the active or auxiliary components.

The drug is used with extreme caution during the period of gestation and feeding of a child.

Before using the medicine, you should make sure that you are not allergic to it. To do this, a small amount of gel should be applied to the elbow area and the reaction should be observed. With the development of any negative symptoms, it is recommended to abandon the further use of the drug and consult with the attending specialist.

At what age can the drug be used?

The medication can be used in pediatric practice. At the same time, there are no age restrictions. Treatment in childhood should be carried out only under the supervision of a physician.

Instructions for use, dosage

The tool is applied externally. The drug must be placed in the lower conjunctival sac of the damaged eye. A single dosage is 1 drop. The number of applications per day - no more than 4 times. 1 drop of the product is required to be instilled at night before bedtime.

The duration of the course depends on the severity and severity of the pathology and is set individually. Re-use of the product is possible on the recommendations of the attending specialist and only after a break.

Side effects

In most cases, the drug is well tolerated by all groups of patients. However, in rare cases, the gel can lead to the development of negative reactions associated with increased sensitivity of the patient or the influence of an active substance.

Side effects:

• itching;
• rash on the skin;
• soreness;
• discomfort in the eye area;
• the formation of swelling in the conjunctiva;
• sensation of a foreign object in the eye;
• fog before the eyes;
• profuse lacrimation;
• redness in the eye area (hyperemic reactions).

If these symptoms occur, including other manifestations not noted in the instructions, further use of the drug should be canceled and the attending specialist should be consulted.

Overdose

To date, there are no data on drug overdose. However, with a significant excess of the dose and the development of any negative signs, it is recommended to immediately contact your doctor for the appointment of symptomatic treatment.

If the gel is accidentally swallowed, it is necessary to use sorbing preparations and contact a medical institution for gastric lavage.

special instructions

Korneregel is intended only for topical use as a therapy for eye diseases. According to patient reviews, the drug is well tolerated and not addictive. It is not recommended to use the agent as a monotherapy for the development of infectious processes in the eye that have a bacterial, viral or fungal nature of origin.

It should be borne in mind that the preparation contains a preservative that, with prolonged use, can lead to to the development of irritation or other allergic reactions - the feeling of a foreign object, damage to the epithelial layer cornea.

There are no data on the use of the drug during the period of gestation and feeding of the child.. However, it has been found that when panthenol is taken orally, it is able to penetrate the placental barrier.

Due to the fact that with local application of pantothenic acid, its effect on the fetus and breast milk has not been established, use the drug in the period of bearing or feeding a child is possible only with the permission of the attending ophthalmologist, taking into account the potential risks and the expected benefits.

During the period of drug use, it is recommended to refuse to wear contact lenses, since reactions of incompatibility of the lens material and the composition of the drug may develop. If necessary, it is recommended to remove ophthalmic devices within 20 minutes. before applying the gel. It is recommended to install the lenses back not earlier than after 20 minutes. after applying the solution.

When using the drug, avoid contact of the tip of the tube with the membrane of the eye, otherwise secondary infection may develop.

After each use, the tube must be tightly tightened with a protective cap.

The medication can affect a person's visual function. After application, it is possible to establish a temporary film, which reduces the visual acuity. It is necessary to start driving a car or carry out other work requiring high visual functions only after restoration of visual acuity.

Drug interactions

The drug interaction of the drug with other medicines has not been studied. However, it is known that when the drug is used in conjunction with other topical agents, the development of an enhanced effect of the second group of drugs is possible. Therefore, the main remedy is recommended to be used last.

When using other drugs during the period of administration of the gel, it is necessary to inform the treating ophthalmologist about this in advance. This will eliminate the risks of developing drug interactions.

Analogs

Korneregel for eyes (reviews of the therapeutic effect of the drug in most cases are positive) should be used only if the drug is well tolerated. With the development of intolerance reactions, it is necessary to replace the gel with other medicines similar in indications or action.

Analogs:

• Lakropos. This product is made in Germany in the form of an eye gel. Carbomer 980 acts as the main substance. The drug belongs to the group of keratoprotective, rehydrating agents for topical use in ophthalmology. Indications: disturbances in the formation of tear moisture; dry eye syndrome. The gel can also be used to prevent the development of dry eye syndrome and as an adjunct treatment for injuries and injuries. Scheme of application: 1 drop of the agent in each conjunctival sac from 3 to 5 times a day. Also, the product must be instilled at night half an hour before going to bed. The duration of treatment is set on a case-by-case basis. Contraindications: intolerance reactions (allergy to the composition of the drug); using soft contact lenses; minor age of the patient. While carrying or feeding a baby, the gel can only be used in consultation with the attending physician based on the perceived risks and expected benefits. The way of implementation is without a prescription. The cost of funds in regional and regional pharmacies in Russia ranges from 100 to 320 rubles.
  
• Solcoseryl. Produced in the UK as an eye gel, the active ingredient is the purified blood of healthy dairy calves. The agent has a regenerating effect and is prescribed in the treatment of the following diseases and disorders: damage to the stratum corneum or conjunctiva of the eye (including the postoperative period); burn conditions (in the area of ​​the stratum corneum); ulcerative lesion of the cornea; various types of keratitis; dystrophic changes in the stratum corneum; dry eye syndrome; xerosis; improving the portability of contact lenses. Scheme of application: 1 drop of gel in the affected eye 3 to 4 times a day. In case of severe eye damage, the drug is recommended to be used every hour. The duration of treatment is determined by the attending physician according to the severity of the pathology and the severity of the symptoms. Contraindications: the period of bearing the child; children under 12 months of age; intolerance to the components that make up the drug. Vacation conditions - without a prescription. The cost of a medicine in commercial and state pharmacies in Russia ranges from 400 to 450 rubles.
  
• Adgelon. This medicine is manufactured in Russia in the form of an eye gel. The substance of the same name, adgelon, is used as an active ingredient. The drug belongs to the category of reparants and has a local regenerating effect. List of indications: keratopathy; the formation of erosion in the corneal layer of the eye; burn conditions of the eye; keratitis, including herpes and adenovirus infections; trauma and damage to the cornea. Scheme of application: 1-2 drops of the agent in the affected eye from 3 to 6 times a day. The duration of the course is at least 2 weeks. For severe disorders, the gel is applied every 2 hours. The duration of treatment in this case is from 3 days to 1 week. A contraindication to the appointment of a medication is intolerance to its components. During the period of gestation and feeding of the child, the medicine is prescribed only by the attending physician, taking into account the possible risks and expected benefits. Terms of sale - by prescription. The cost of funds in pharmacies in Moscow and the Moscow region ranges from 300 to 400 rubles.
  
• Oftagel. This medication is produced in Germany in the form of an eye gel. The main component is the 974P carbomer. The drug belongs to the group of keratoprotectors that prevent drying out of the eye shell. List of indications: keratoconjunctivitis dry; Sjogren's disease; irritation in the eye area caused by various negative external factors; insufficient production of tear fluid; Stevens-Johnson syndrome; pathologies caused by insufficient contact of the cornea with the lacrimal fluid; auxiliary treatment during surgical operations. Dosage regimen: 1 drop of the agent into the affected eye from 1 to 4 times a day. The duration of treatment is set individually. Contraindications: intolerance to active and auxiliary components; infectious lesion of the eyelids, conjunctiva and stratum corneum. During the period of gestation and feeding of the child, the gel can be prescribed only in cases where the potential benefits significantly outweigh the possible risks. The cost of a medicine in regional and regional pharmacies in Russia varies from 291 to 776 rubles.

Korneregel for eyes (reviews of similar drugs must be studied in advance) should be replaced with similar drugs only after prior agreement with the attending ophthalmologist. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the degree of tolerance of the active substances of a particular agent.

It is forbidden to independently choose and appoint substitutes, since an incorrectly selected remedy can lead to complications or provoke other allergic reactions.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

The medicine should be stored in a dry and dark place at a temperature not exceeding 25 ⁰C. The shelf life of the gel is 24 months from the date of production. After opening the tube, the product is allowed to be used for 1.5 months.

Do not use the drug after the expiration date indicated on the package.

Vacation conditions - over-the-counter.

Price

The cost of the drug may differ depending on the region and area of ​​sale. You can find out the exact price of a medicine at any commercial or state pharmacy located in your place of residence.

Region, region	Dosage / packaging	Price
Moscow, Moscow region	Gel, 5%, 5 g	RUB 416-1221
St. Petersburg	Gel, 5%, 10 g	RUB 564-1385
Saint Petersburg (suburbs)	Gel, 5%, 5 g	RUB 475-1187
Leningrad region	Gel, 5%, 10 g	RUB 609-1034
Novgorod region	Gel, 5%, 5 g	RUB 548-894

Before using Korneregel, you should carefully study the annotation for using the product and consult an ophthalmologist. Additionally, it is recommended to read the reviews of patients who have used the product as a treatment for eye diseases.

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