Posology : מינונים

4.2 Posology and method of administration
Adults (including the Elderly) and Children


This information is intended for use by health professionals.
As a topical ocular anesthetic.
Localin must be used only by physicians Eye doctors. It is for the use of adults (including the Elderly) and Children
One drop is sufficient when dropped into the conjunctival sac to anaesthetise the surface of the eye to allow tonometry after one minute. A further drop after 90 seconds provides adequate anaesthesia for the fitting of contact lenses. Three drops at 90 second intervals provide sufficient anaesthesia for a foreign body to be removed from the corneal epithelium or for incision of a meibomian cyst through the conjunctiva. Corneal sensitivity is normal again after about one hour.
Instill dropwise into the eye according to the recommended dosage.

Directions for use:

1.   In order to prevent contamination, do not let the tip of the bottle touch any surface (including the eye itself).
Keep the bottle well closed.
2.   The bottle of eye drops may not be full; this is designed to allow better control of the drip rate.
3.   How to use the drops: First, wash your hands. Tilt your head back. Using your index finger, pull your lower lid down to create a “pocket”. Drip the medicine into the “pocket” formed. Gently close your eyes. Do not blink. Keep your eyes closed for 1 to 2 minutes.
4.   After using the medicine, wash your hands thoroughly in order to remove any residual medicine.
5.   In order to avoid spreading infection, do not use the medicine bottle for more than one person.