Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin
About
Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin belongs to the class of medicines called 'ophthalmic lubricants' generally used to treat dry eye disease. Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs if you don't produce enough tears or if you produce poor-quality tears. This tear instability leads to inflammation and damage to the eye's surface.
Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin is a combination of two medicines: Carboxymethylcellulose and Glycerin. Carboxymethylcellulose works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. Glycerin is an ophthalmic demulcent (forms a soothing film) that works by lubricating the eye's mucous membrane surfaces. In this way, it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.
Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin should be taken as advised by your doctor. Some of the minor side effects are burning/stinging/ irritation may occur temporarily. Whereas serious side effects are eye pain and eye redness/irritation may occur. If it persists, take the advice of your doctor.
Before using this Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of the medicine components and wash your hands before using Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin to avoid contamination. Do not touch the bottle's tip to avoid contamination; replace the cap tightly after each use. Do not use a solution which is colour changed and cloudy in appearance. It is for external use only and use before the expiration date. Do not change or stop the dose of medicine without informing your doctor. Do not drive, use machinery, or perform any activity until your vision is clear, as Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin causes temporary blurred vision.
Uses of Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin
Medicinal Benefits
Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin is a combination of two medicines: Carboxymethylcellulose and Glycerin. Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. Glycerin is an ophthalmic demulcent (forms a soothing film) that works by lubricating the eye's mucous membrane surface. In this way, it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dry eye.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin
- Irritation
- Burning sensation,
- Pain at application site.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Before using this Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of the medicine components and wash your hands before using Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin to avoid contamination. Do not touch the bottle's tip to avoid contamination; replace the cap tightly after each use. Do not use a solution which is coloured, changed and cloudy in appearance. It is for external use only and use before the expiration date. Do not change or stop the dose of medicine without informing your doctor. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity until your vision is clear because Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin causes temporary blurred vision.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug interactions: No drug interaction found.
Drug-Food interactions: No food interaction found.
Drug-Disease interactions: No disease interaction found.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionNo interactions were found. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Pregnancy
safe if prescribedCarboxymethylcellulose+glycerin is probably safe to be used in pregnancy. However, please consult your doctor before using Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin.
Breast Feeding
safe if prescribedCarboxymethylcellulose+glycerin is probably safe to be used in breastfeeding mothers. However, please consult your doctor before using Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin.
Driving
cautionAfter applying Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin, your vision may be unclear, so take some time and relax and then go for a drive.
Liver
safe if prescribedCarboxymethylcellulose+glycerin is probably safe to use in liver diseases. Please consult your doctor before using Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin.
Kidney
safe if prescribedCarboxymethylcellulose+glycerin is probably safe to use in kidney diseases. Please consult your doctor before using Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin.
Children
safe if prescribedCarboxymethylcellulose+glycerin could be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Take fish in your diet, which has omega-3 fatty acids that may counter dry eyes.
- Leafy greens are rich in vitamin C which contributes to eye health.
- Drink more water, it has a big part to play in tear production.
- Avoid air blowing in your eyes
- Take eye breaks during long tasks and keep your computer screen below eye level.
- Stop smoking and avoid drinking alcohol.
- Use eyeglasses when you are going out.
Special Advise
- If you wear contact lens, remove them before using Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin.
- Tell your doctor if your eye condition persists or worsens after 3 days.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Dry eye disease: Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs when your tears are not able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. the tearing instability leads to inflammation and damage of the eyes' surface. Symptoms include a burning sensation, sensitivity to light, eye redness, a sensation of having something in your eyes, watery eyes, and blurred vision. It is caused by disruption of the healthy tear film by hormonal changes, autoimmune disease, inflamed eyelid glands, ageing, keeping contact lenses and by using some medications like antihistamines (fexofenadine), and people who have undergone laser eye surgery.
FAQs
Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin should be taken as directed by your doctor. Mostly contact lens is removed while applying drops because deposits of medicine occur, vision may be unclear, and overtime leads to reddening eyes.
Better to apply the Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin first, because ointments do not allow the eyedrops into the eye. If ointment is applied first, eye drops will drain from the eye.
Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin is a combination of two medicines: Carboxymethylcellulose and Glycerin. Carboxymethylcellulose works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. Glycerin is an ophthalmic demulcent (forms a soothing film) and works by lubricating the mucous membrane surfaces of the eye. In this way, it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.
Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin may cause common side effects like burning, stinging, and irritation. If it persists, take the advice of your doctor.
Carboxymethylcellulose+glycerin should be used within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
