Drops "Katachrome", the price of which amounts to 150 rubles, are characterized as a combined remedy. The medication helps to improve energy metabolism in the lens, stimulating tissue regeneration. The drug contains nicotinamide, adenosine and cytochrome C. The drug is available in the form of a clear red solution. Drops "Katachrome" (reviews of experts confirm this) have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and nourishing properties. Cytochrome C is an important component of the biochemical process of reducing the oxidation of the tissues of the eyeball. Adenosine is a precursor of ATP, is involved in metabolism in the lens.
Means "Katachrome". Instructions for use. Appointment
The medicine is indicated for cataracts of a different nature of occurrence (used for treatment and prevention).
Contraindications
The drug is not recommended for intolerance to the components. During pregnancy and during lactation, it is not prescribed, because information on the use of the Katachrome medication (instructions for use confirm this) is not enough. Appointment is allowed in the presence of vital indications and after assessing the ratio of the alleged harm to the expected benefit of the therapy.
Adverse reactions
With local use of the Katahrom medication (instructions for use warns about this), the development of burning, pinching in the eyes, contact dermatitis, and allergies in the conjunctiva is likely. As practice shows, these effects are rare, as a rule, do not last long and are eliminated when therapy is stopped. As systemic side effects, hypotension, nausea, hot flashes, shortness of breath, and dizziness are noted. Contained nicotinic acid promotes vasodilation. In this regard, patients have a feeling of heat, pulsation in the temporal region, fainting. Systemic effects are extremely rare. The drug as a whole is well tolerated.
Medication "Katachrome". Instructions for use
The drug is used topically, conjunctively. The recommended dose is 1-2 drops three times a day.
additional information
There are no cases of overdose due to local use. The drug can be prescribed for children after assessing the ratio of the risk of undesirable consequences and the expected effect. The therapy is carried out under the supervision of a doctor. When using soft contact lenses, it is undesirable to use the medicine. This is due to the probability of accumulation of the drug on their surface, which subsequently can adversely affect the condition of the eyes. Before instillation, the lens should be removed. It is allowed to install them back no earlier than 15 minutes after the installation. In practice, there was no clinically significant interaction of the Katachrome drug (instructions for use confirm this) with other means. After opening the bottle with the solution, its use is allowed for a month. Store the medicine at a temperature of 8 to 15 degrees. If the condition worsens or in the absence of the results of using the product, you should visit a doctor.