Kissei "Rizaben" eye drops 0.5% 5ml x5

The information on this sheet is based on approvals granted by the Japanese regulatory authority. Approval details may vary by country. Medicines have adverse reactions (risks) as well as efficacies (benefits). It is important to minimize adverse reactions and maximize efficacy. To obtain a better therapeutic response, patients should understand their medication and cooperate with the treatment.

Brand name:RIZABEN Eye Drops 0.5％

Active ingredient:Tranilast

Dosage form:faintly yellow limpid ophthalmic solution

Print on wrapping:リザベン点眼液0.5％

Effects of this medicine

This medicine inhibits chemical mediator released from mast cell by antigen prime to show antiallergic effect. It consequently relieves symptoms such as eye itching, eye discharge, blood shot eye, swelling in eyelid or foreign body sensation.

It is usually used to treat allergic conjunctivitis.

Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist

・If you have ever experienced any allergic reaction (itch, rash etc.) to any medicine.

・If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)

Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)

・Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is<<           to be written by a healthcare professional>>

・General dosage regimen: For adults, apply 1-2 drops at a time, 4 times (morning, daytime, evening and before sleeping) a day. Strictly follow the instructions of your doctor/pharmacist.

・Apply a dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT use double doses to make up for the missed dose.

・If you used too much of the medicine (more than ordered), check with your doctor/pharmacist.

・Do not stop using the medicine without the instructions of your doctor.

Precautions while taking this medicine

Possible adverse reactions to this medicine

Common side effects are reported as below. If any of them occurs, check with your doctor/pharmacist: irritation, eye-smarting, redness around the eye or rim, itching, blood shot eye, swelling in eyelid, etc.

The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.

No pertinent entries.

The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.

Storage conditions and other information

・Keep out the reach of children. Store away from direct sunlight and heat.

・Discard the remainder. Do not store them.