Indications
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose gel is indicated as a surgical aid during surgical procedures involving the anterior chamber of the eye, including extraction of the lens, and insertion of intraocular lenses. It maintains the depth of the anterior chamber during the whole surgical procedure and permits greater operative precision without the risk of damaging the endothelium of the cornea or other intraocular tissues.
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose eye drop is used to treat dry eye conditions where not enough tears are produced to keep the eye lubricated and clean
Description
Pharmacology
Dosage & Administration
Eye Drop-
The dose of Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose eye drop will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor’s orders or the directions on the label.
For Dry Eyes:
- Adults and Children: Use 1 drop three or four times a day. This drug does not cause different side effects or problems in children than it does in adults.
Eye Gel-
Each pre-filled glass syringe is for single intraocular use only. The quantity injected into the anterior chamber of the eye must be adjusted according to the volume of the aqueous humour and the anatomical structure to be protected.
Contraindications
Side Effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy: Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose has not been shown to cause birth defects or other problems in humans.
Lactation: Hydroxypropyl Methyl cellulose has not been reported to cause problems in nursing babies.
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