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Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
Carboxymethylcellulose (0.5% w/v)
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Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of eye infection, eye inflammation, dry eyes, glaucoma and allergic conjunctivitis.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Carboxymethylcellulose (0.5% w/v)
Available variants: drop 0.5%w/v 10ML
Best price: ₹125 (₹12.52 per ml)
MRP: ₹132
Prescription: Not required
Manufacturer: ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA
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A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops contains Carboxymethylcellulose (0.5% w/v). It belongs to the Eye drops class of medicines.
Uses of Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
- This medicine is used in the treatment of eye infection
- eye inflammation
- dry eyes
- glaucoma and allergic conjunctivitis.
Key benefits
- Delivers medicine straight to the eye
- Very little reaches the rest of the body
How Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops works
Carboxymethylcellulose acts directly on the surface and inside of the eye where it is instilled.
How to take Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
Wash your hands. Tilt your head back, pull the lower lid down to make a small pocket and squeeze one drop into it, then close the eye gently for a minute. Do not let the dropper tip touch your eye, your fingers or any surface. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine is unlikely from eye use; flush the eye with clean water if too much is instilled. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
Most side effects of Zyaqua 0.5% are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Stinging on instillation
- Blurred vision for a few minutes
- Watering
- Redness
- Bitter taste
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | No significant interaction with alcohol is expected. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | No dose change is usually needed in kidney disease. |
| Liver | No dose change is usually needed in liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Never let the dropper tip touch your eye, eyelid or fingers — that is how a bottle becomes contaminated and causes a worse infection. Discard the bottle one month after you first open it, even if drops remain. Remove soft contact lenses before instilling drops and wait fifteen minutes before putting them back, unless the drops are specifically made for use with lenses. Seek same-day care for eye pain, marked redness, sensitivity to light or any loss of vision. Steroid eye drops must only be used under medical supervision — used wrongly they can raise eye pressure and damage sight. Glaucoma drops must be used every day for life; there are no symptoms until sight is already lost.
Do not take Zyaqua 0.5% if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to the preservative in the preparation.
Interactions with other medicines
Beta blocker eye drops can be absorbed enough to slow the heart and tighten the airways — tell your doctor if you have asthma or a heart condition.
How to store Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Discard the bottle one month after you first open it, even if some is left. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
Press gently on the inner corner of the eye for a minute after instilling — this keeps the drop in the eye and reduces the bitter taste. Leave five minutes between two different drops. Never share eye drops with anyone.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Ophthalmic preparation
- Drug class:
- Eye drops
Substitutes for Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Carboxymethylcellulose (0.5% w/v)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eyelet Eye Drops | 10ML | ₹71 | 43% cheaper |
| Lubistar 0.5%MANKIND (PHARMA) | 10ML | ₹101 | 19% cheaper |
| Aqualube Eye DropsAJANTA PHARMA | drop · 10ML | ₹125 | same price |
| Lacrimos G Eye DropsLUPIN LAB | drop · 10ML | ₹126 | same price |
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Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops FAQs
What is Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops used for?
Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of eye infection, eye inflammation, dry eyes, glaucoma and allergic conjunctivitis. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops?
Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops contains Carboxymethylcellulose (0.5% w/v). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops?
Wash your hands. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops work?
Carboxymethylcellulose acts directly on the surface and inside of the eye where it is instilled.
Is Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops a prescription medicine?
No. Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops is available over the counter (OTC), no prescription is required. However, it is always safer to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.
What are the common side effects of Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops?
The side effects reported most often with Zyaqua 0.5% are Stinging on instillation, Blurred vision for a few minutes, Watering, Redness, Bitter taste. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Zyaqua 0.5%.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops?
No significant interaction with alcohol is expected.
What if I miss a dose of Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops?
Apply it as soon as you remember.
Is Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops habit forming?
No. Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops?
Eyelet Eye Drops has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹71 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops starts at ₹125 (MRP ₹132) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in drop 0.5%w/v 10ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops?
Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops is manufactured by ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops delivered?
Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops, Quick facts
- Salt
- Carboxymethylcellulose (0.5% w/v)
- Form
- drop
- Best price
- ₹125 (₹12.52 per ml)
- MRP
- ₹132
- Prescription
- Not required (OTC)
- Brand
- ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Ophthalmic preparation
- Drug class
- Eye drops
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- drop 0.5%w/v 10ML
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Zyaqua 0.5% Eye Drops.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.