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Dextran 70 0.2% + Hypromellose 0.2% Eye prep
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At a glance
Dextran 70 0.2% + Hypromellose 0.2% Eye prep is an artificial tear used for the treatment of dry eyes and eye irritation.
Description
Dextran & Hypromellose combination eye drops acts like natural tears, providing smooth relief to dry, itchy, burning and irritated eyes. Hypromellose promotes corneal wetting by stabilizing and thickening the precorneal tear film and prolonging the tear film breakup time. Dextran produces expansion of plasma volume, reduces blood viscosity and inhibits sludging of red blood cells.
Indications
- Dry eye
- Burning and irritation of the eye
Therapeutic class
Drugs for Dry eyes
Pharmacological class
Artificial Tear
Pharmacology
Dextran & Hypromellose combination eye drops acts like natural tears, providing smooth relief to dry, itchy, burning and irritated eyes. Hypromellose promotes corneal wetting by stabilizing and thickening the precorneal tear film and prolonging the tear film breakup time. Dextran produces expansion of plasma volume, reduces blood viscosity and inhibits sludging or aggregation of red blood cells.
Mechanism of action
Hypromellose stabilizes and thickens the tear film, while Dextran helps retain moisture on the eye surface, providing relief for dry eyes.
Dosage
Adult: 1 drop 4 times daily or as required, depending upon the severity of the disease, to be instilled into the conjunctival sac.
Administration
For ophthalmic use only. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Contact lenses should not be worn during instillation; wait at least 30 minutes before reinsertion.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next application, skip the missed dose.
Side effects
Common: Occasional mild-transient burning or sticky sensation, blurred vision after application.
Rare: Irritation or hypersensitivity reactions.
Precautions & warnings
Patients who experience blurred vision should not drive or use machinery until vision has cleared. Contact lenses should not be worn during instillation; wait 30 minutes before reinsertion.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the product.
Drug interactions
Dextran: Enzyme inducers (phenytoin, carbamazepine) and enzyme inhibitors (cimetidine) may interact.
Sodium Chloride: May affect serum concentrations of lithium.
Food interactions
Can be used with or without food.
Use in pregnancy
There is insufficient evidence as to the safety in pregnancy; should only be used if considered essential by the physician.
Pregnancy Category: N/A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
There is insufficient evidence as to the safety in lactation; should only be used if considered essential by the physician.
Pediatric use
Same dosage as adults for children (under medical advice).
Geriatric use
No specific dosage adjustment is necessary for elderly patients.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No special precautions are necessary for patients with kidney or liver problems.
Overdose effects
No adequate information on overdose is available. Excessive use may cause eye irritation.
Storage conditions
Store below 25°C and do not freeze.
Chemical structure
Dextran 70 0.2% + Hypromellose 0.2%