Insto is useful for relieving symptoms of minor eye irritation, such as red, itchy, or dry eyes. Minor eye irritation may be caused by exposure to smoke and dust. Insto cannot treat pink eye caused by eye infections and eye injuries.
The active ingredients in Insto are tetrahydrozoline, hydroxy propyl methyl cellulose, and benzalkonium chloride. These three compounds work by relieving complaints due to irritation of the eyes. In addition, the active ingredients in Insto will have a lubricating effect on the eyes, thereby preventing dry eyes.
Types and Content of Insto
There are two types of insto products, namely Insto Regular and Insto Dry Eyes. Here are the details of the contents of the two products:
- Insto RegularInsto Regular contains the active ingredients of 0.05% tetrahydrozoline HCl and 0.01% benzalkonium chloride which are useful for relieving red eyes due to minor eye irritation.
- Insto Dry EyesInsto Dry Eyes contains the active ingredients of 3.0 mg hydroxy propyl metal cellulose and 0.1 mg benzalkonium Chloride which functions to treat dry eye symptoms and relieve symptoms of eye irritation.
What is Insto?
| Composition | Tetrahydrozoline, Hydroxy propyl methyl cellulose, Benzalkonium Chloride. |
| group | Free medicine |
| Category | Eye drops |
| Benefit | Relieves complaints due to minor eye irritation |
| Consumed by | Adults and children |
| Insto for pregnant and lactating mothers | Category C: Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women. Drugs should only be used if the expected benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus. It is not yet known whether Insto can be absorbed into breast milk or not. If you are breastfeeding, do not use this medicine without consulting your doctor first. |
| Drug form | eye drops |
Warning Before Using Insto:
- Avoid using Insto if you have a history of allergies to the active ingredients contained in it.
- Consult your doctor first if you suffer from glaucoma, diabetes, hypertension and disorders of the thyroid gland, and an enlarged prostate before using Insto.
- Check with the doctor if after using Insto the eye irritation does not go away.
- Immediately consult a doctor if you experience an allergic drug reaction after using Insto.
Dosage and Instructions for Use Insto
Details of the dosage for Insto are as follows:
- Insto Regular2-3 drops each time you use 3-4 times a day or according to a doctor's prescription.
- Insto Dry Eyes1-2 drops each time you use 3 times a day or according to a doctor's prescription.
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Use Insto according to the instructions for use listed on the drug packaging or doctor's recommendations. Do not increase your Insto dose without your doctor's instructions. To get the maximum benefit from Insto, take this medication at the same time each day.
For contact lens wearers, contact lenses must be removed before using Insto. Lenses can be reused after 10-15 minutes.
Insto may cause blurred vision when used. Therefore, avoid using Insto while driving or operating machinery.
Insto is an external medicine and should not be swallowed. If accidentally swallowed, contact a doctor immediately for treatment.
Store Insto at room temperature, in a dry place out of direct sunlight. Keep Insto out of reach of children.
Insto Interactions with Other Drugs
The content of tetrahydrozoline in Insto can increase the occurrence of dangerous side effects when used together:
- Dihydroergotamine
- Ergonovine
- Ergotamine
- Iobenguane
- Methylergonovine
- Methysergide maleate
Side Effects and Dangers of Insto
There are several side effects that can arise due to the content of tetrahydrozoline, hypromellose, and benzalkonium chloride in Insto, including:
- The eyes are sore and burning.
- Pain
- Irritation to the eyes.
- The eyes are red and feel warm.
Immediately consult a doctor if symptoms of these side effects appear so that they can be treated appropriately.