Taurine, eye drops 4%, 10 ml

Taurine is a drug that stimulates regeneration processes for local use in ophthalmology. Anti-cataractic agent, has a metabolic effect.

Taurine is a sulfur-containing amino acid formed in the body during the conversion of cysteine. It stimulates the processes of reparation and regeneration in diseases of dystrophic nature and diseases accompanied by acute metabolic disorder of eye tissues.

It promotes normalization of functions of cell membranes, activation of energy and metabolic processes, preservation of the electrolyte composition of the cytoplasm due to the accumulation of potassium and calcium ions and improvement of conditions for conducting the nerve impulse.

Indications

The drug is prescribed to adults for corneal dystrophies, senile, traumatic, radiation and other types of cataracts, as well as for corneal injuries (as a stimulator of reparative processes).

Pharmacological effect

Pharmacotherapeutic group
metabolic agent

ATX code
S01XA

Pharmacodynamics:
Taurine is a sulfur-containing amino acid formed in the body during the conversion of cysteine. The drug helps improve energy processes, stimulates reparative processes in diseases of a dystrophic nature and processes accompanied by a sharp disturbance in the metabolism of eye tissue. As a sulfur-containing amino acid, the drug helps normalize the function of cell membranes, improve energy and metabolic processes.

Pharmacokinetics:
When applied topically, systemic absorption is low.

Active ingredient

Taurine

Composition

active substance – taurine (taufon) – 40 mg/ml

excipients – methyl parahydroxybeisoate, purified water.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to taurine, childhood (up to 18 years), pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Side Effects

Allergic reactions.

Storage conditions

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C in a place protected from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

Shelf life

4 years in a glass bottle and 3 years in a polyethylene or polypropylene dropper bottle.
Do not use after the expiration date stated on the package.
Store an opened bottle for no more than 30 days.

Manufacturer

Lecco CJSC, Russia