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Hydroxypropyl cellulose

Generic Name
Hydroxypropyl cellulose
Brand Names
Lacrisert
Drug Type
Small Molecule
CAS Number
9004-64-2
Unique Ingredient Identifier
RFW2ET671P

Overview

Hydroxypropyl cellulose is an ether of cellulose where some of the hydroxyl groups of the cellulose have been hydroxypropylated forming -OCH2CH(OH)CH3 groups. Lacrisertis a formulation of hydroxypropyl cellulose that is used for artificial tears. It is used to treat syndromes characterized by insufficient tear production (keratoconjunctivitis sicca), recurrent corneal erosions, decreased corneal sensitivity, exposure and neuroparalytic keratitis, and as a lubricant for artificial eyes. As a food additive, hydroxypropyl cellulose is used as a thickener and as an emulsion stabilizer.

Indication

Used to relieve dryness and irritation caused by reduced tear flow that occurs in certain eye diseases (keratoconjunctivitis sicca), recurrent corneal erosions, decreased corneal sensitivity, exposure and neuroparalytic keratitis, and as a lubricant for artificial eyes.

Associated Conditions

  • Corneal Erosions
  • Dry Eye Syndrome (DES)
  • Keratitis
  • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS)

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LACRISERT
bausch & lomb inc
02250624
Insert - Ophthalmic
5 MG / INSERT
5/25/2004

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