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Hypromellose 0.5 % Eye prep
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At a glance
Hypromellose 0.5% Eye prep is used for the symptomatic relief of dry eye conditions.
Description
Hypromellose 0.5% Eye prep is an artificial tear used to relieve dehydration of the cornea and conjunctiva due to dry eyes. It is a semisynthetic, inert and viscoelastic polymer that acts as an ophthalmic lubricant. It stabilises and thickens the precorneal tear film and prolongs tear film breakup time, promoting corneal wetting.
Indications
- Dry eye conditions
Therapeutic class
Drugs for Dry eyes
Pharmacological class
Ophthalmic Lubricant (Artificial Tears)
Pharmacology
Hypromellose is a semisynthetic, inert and viscoelastic polymer used as an ophthalmic lubricant. It stabilises and thickens the precorneal tear film and prolongs the tear film breakup time, promoting corneal wetting. It lubricates and protects the eye.
Mechanism of action
Stabilises and thickens the precorneal tear film and prolongs tear film breakup time to promote corneal wetting.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Ophthalmic):
- Dry eye: Instill 1-2 drops in affected eye(s) 3-4 times daily
- Individual dosage regimen required; as directed by physician
Child Dose: Studies in pediatric population have not been performed; use as directed by physician
Administration
For external use only; use in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor; hold dropper close to eye without touching it; place medicine inside lower eyelid; temporary blurred vision may occur after application.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as possible; if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Eye discomfort/irritation
- Eye redness
- Tearing
- Eye sensitivity to light
- Sticky eyelashes
- Transient blurred vision
Precautions & warnings
Precautions:
- If eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation occur, discontinue use and consult doctor
- If symptoms continue for more than 3 days or become worse, check with your doctor
- If product changes color or becomes cloudy, do not use
- Do not touch dropper tip (may cause infection)
Contraindications
Contraindications:
- Known sensitivity or allergy to any ingredient of the product
Drug interactions
Hypromellose can be used in combination with contact lenses; no compatibility study with lens material is available.
Food interactions
No food interaction found/established.
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: No experience regarding safety in human pregnancy; consult your doctor.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: No experience regarding safety in lactation; consult your doctor.
Pediatric use
Studies in pediatric population have not been performed.
Geriatric use
No indication that dosage needs to be modified for the elderly.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No specific data for renal or hepatic impairment.
Overdose effects
No information on overdose; do not exceed the recommended dose.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool dry place, away from light; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Hypromellose 0.5% Eye prep