What are Hayfever Eye Drops?

This belongs to a group of medicines called anti-allergens. It works by stopping the release of the natural substances in your eyes that can lead to an allergic reaction. Signs of an allergic reaction include itchy, watery, red or inflamed eyes and puffy eyelids. These symptoms usually occur in the late spring or early summer when pollen from grasses or trees comes into contact with the eyes of people who are sensitive to them. This condition is sometimes called ‘Hayfever eyes’ or by its medical term: seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.

The active substance is sodium cromoglicate. Every 1 ml of eye drops contains 20 mg of sodium cromoglicate (2.0% w/v). One drop contains 0.7 mg of sodium cromoglicate.

How should Hayfever Eye Drops be used?

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Adults (including the elderly) and Children over 6 years use one or two drops to be administered into each eye four times daily. This medicine should not be used in children under 6 years of age. If you have any questions concerning the use of these drops in a child or are unsure if the child has allergic eyes, you should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

If your eyes are no better after 2 days of using the eye drops, see your doctor or pharmacist. It is best to use your eye drops regularly every day while high pollen levels are expected, to keep your eye condition controlled. If you find you need to use them continuously for more than 14 days, check with your pharmacist or doctor before continuing.

When should Hayfever Eye Drops be used?

Use this medicine when the first signs of Hayfever strike, mainly itching and irritation in the eyes. To use Aspire Hayfever Eye Drops, you need to wash your hands, remove the cap from the bottle, tilt your head back, squeeze one or two drops inside the lower lid without touching your eye. Then, close your eye and wipe away any excess liquid from the eyes with a clean tissue.

When should Hayfever Eye Drops not be used?

Do not use this medicine if you or your child are allergic to sodium cromoglicate or any of the other ingredients in this medicine. Other ingredients include disodium edetate, benzalkonium chloride and water for injections.

Do I need a prescription to order Hayfever Eye Drops?

You do not require a prescription to purchase this product from us.

Can I use Hayfever Eye Drops if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Are there any side effects?

Because this is a medicine, there is a chance of side effects. Potential side effects include redness and itching in the eyes, burning, or stinging. If you notice any side effect, then speak to a doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible. You can also record any side effect you notice using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

More Information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.