Polyvinyl alcohol
- Generic Name
- Polyvinyl alcohol
- Brand Names
- Clear Eyes Natural Tears, Freshkote, Minidrops, Refresh Lubricant, Stye
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- -
- CAS Number
- 9002-89-5
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 532B59J990
- Background
Polyvinyl alcohol is a water-soluble synthetic polymer obtained by polymerization of vinyl alcohol. It has varying roles in commercial and industrial applications such as papermaking, textiles, and printing. Polyvinyl alcohol is found in ophthalmic solutions as a lubricant to prevent irritation or to relieve dryness of the eyes .
- Indication
For use as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye(s) .
- Associated Conditions
- Dry Eyes
- Associated Therapies
- Eye lubrication
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- First Posted Date
- 2022-08-05
- Last Posted Date
- 2023-12-12
- Lead Sponsor
- University of Washington
- Registration Number
- NCT05490381
- Locations
- 🇺🇸
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- First Posted Date
- 2015-01-14
- Last Posted Date
- 2016-04-01
- Lead Sponsor
- Nanjing Medical University
- Target Recruit Count
- 236
- Registration Number
- NCT02338297
- Locations
- 🇨🇳
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