Hayfever Eye Drops - Opticrom Alternative is used to treat allergic conditions such as hayfever and allergic conjunctivitis.Cromolux Hayfever Eye Drops contains the same active ingredient as opticrom eye drops  which retail for £5.35 in chemists and supermarkets.

 Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How can you sell this item for so much less than my local chemist?

We keep our overheads to a minimum, ensure the margins added are fair and work on larger sale volumes than a local chemist. All these measures provide major cost saving benefits to the consumer. Our prices on this medication are based on the non branded version of Opticrom. Opticrom's active ingredient is Sodium cromoglycate which actually provides the desired effects.

2. Does your medication give me the same effect as the branded version?

Absolutely. When a pharmaceutical company develops a drug it is given unique rights to sell it for a number of years. Once that ends any company can make it providing they meet the regulations. Therefore, over the counter drugs have identical medical properties regardless of brand, packaging and advertising.

The key is the ‘active' ingredient - the chemical that actually treats the symptom.  Protections and quality control apply equally to all branded and non branded products. The non branded product must meet the same quality standards as the branded version. Packaging may vary, but the items are identical and the results will be the same.

Dr. Chris Steele GP, the resident Doctor on ITV1's This Morning agrees:

“The key is the active ingredient. Look on the brand you know, note the active ingredient and then check it's the same one at the same dose as the generic brand."

Cromolux relieves the symptoms of redness, discomfort and discharge from the affected eye(s). Cromolux Eye Drops contain sodium cromoglycate which prevent and treat these symptoms. Cromolux Eye Drops is a generic version of Opticrom Eye Drops.

How to take Hayfever Eye Drops - Opticrom Alternative:

Adults and Children: Instil one or two drops in each eye FOUR times daily or as directed by your doctor.

Do not use Cromolux Eye Drops if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Cromolux Eye Drops if you are allergic to sodium cromoglycate or to any of the other ingredients (benzalkonium chloride, disodium edetate). Do not use Cromolux Eye Drops while wearing soft contact lenses. If the seal on Cromolux Eye Drops is broken or damaged do not use. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist or worsen for more than 2 days.Cromolux Eye Drops should not be used for longer than 28 days after opening. Store below 25 Degrees Celcius.

You should carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use. Each pack of Cromolux Eye Drops contains 10ml of Sodium Cromoglycate 2% w/v

Generally Cromolux Eye Drops are considered to be safe and low in side effects. As with other eye drop preparations, you may occasionally experience eye irritation or visual blurring after initial insertion of Cromolux Eye Drops. If this persists or increases, or if you notice any other changes, stop using Cromolux Eye Drops and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not drive or operate hazardous machinery while this persists.

Hayfever Eye Drops - Opticrom Alternative contains:

Each pack of Cromolux Eye Drops contains 10ml of Sodium Cromoglycate 2% w/v

Possible side affects from taking Hayfever Eye Drops - Opticrom Alternative:

Generally Cromolux Eye Drops are considered to be safe and low in side effects. As with other eye drop preparations, you may occasionally experience eye irritation or visual blurring after initial insertion of Cromolux Eye Drops. If this persists or increases, or if you notice any other changes, stop using Cromolux Eye Drops and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not drive or operate hazardous machinery while this persists.