Shin Sulfaglycyl Iris
For bacterial eye inflammation and itchiness, such as styes and conjunctivitis
Who It’s For / When to Use
Product Overview
Shin Sulfaglycyl Iris is an eye drop that combines sulfamethoxazole sodium, a long-acting antibacterial agent with excellent activity against bacteria that can cause styes and conjunctivitis, with ingredients that help ease eye inflammation and itchiness. It is used for styes, conjunctivitis (pink eye), blepharitis (sore, irritated eyelids), and itchy eyes.
Product Features
Contains a long-acting antibacterial ingredient
AntibacterialFormulated with sulfamethoxazole sodium, a long-acting antibacterial agent that shows excellent activity against bacteria that can cause styes and conjunctivitis.
Ingredients to ease inflammation and itchiness
Anti-inflammatory / AntihistamineContains dipotassium glycyrrhizinate and chlorpheniramine maleate to help ease eye inflammation and itchiness.
A multi-ingredient formula that works on the eyes
Formulation designAn eye drop that combines an antibacterial ingredient with aminoethylsulfonic acid (taurine) and other ingredients.
Active Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole sodium | 4% | Active ingredient |
| Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate | 0.25% | Active ingredient |
| Chlorpheniramine maleate | 0.03% | Active ingredient |
| Aminoethylsulfonic acid (taurine) | 0.1% | Active ingredient |
Indications
Dosage and Administration
| Age | Dose per use | Times per day |
|---|---|---|
| Adults, children, etc. (follow the directions for use) | 2–3 drops per use | Instill 3–6 times daily |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
QIs it a problem if I taste bitterness or sweetness in my mouth after instilling the drops?
AAfter using this product, you may notice a bitter or sweet taste in the mouth. The bitterness comes from the active ingredient sulfamethoxazole sodium, and the sweetness from the active ingredient dipotassium glycyrrhizinate, so there is no need for concern.
QCan I use it while wearing soft contact lenses?
ADo not use while wearing soft contact lenses.
QHow long may I continue using it?
ADo not use continuously for a long period. If symptoms do not improve after 3–4 days of use, stop using the product and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller, bringing this leaflet with you.
- Do not use continuously for a long period. (Failure to follow this may worsen current symptoms or make side effects more likely.)
- The following people should consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller before use: those under a physician’s care; those who have previously experienced allergic symptoms to medicines, etc.; those with severe eye pain.
- If any of the following symptoms appear after use, they may be side effects. Stop use immediately and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller, bringing this leaflet with you. Skin: rash/redness, itching / Eyes: redness, itching, swelling.
- If symptoms do not improve after 3–4 days of use, stop using the product and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller, bringing this leaflet with you.
- Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses.
- Do not let the tip of the container touch the eyelids or eyelashes. Also, do not use if the solution is cloudy.
- Use only as eye drops.
- Store tightly capped in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
- Store out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to another container. (This may cause misuse or a change in quality.)
- Do not share with others.
- Do not leave in high-temperature places such as a car dashboard. (The container may deform or the quality of the solution may deteriorate.)
- Do not use products past their expiration date. Even within the expiration date, use as soon as possible after opening.
- Depending on storage conditions, ingredient crystals may form on the tip of the container or the inside of the cap. In that case, gently wipe them off with clean gauze or similar before use.