Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose
About
Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose belongs to the class of medicines called 'ophthalmic lubricants' generally used to treat dry eye disease and eye irritation. 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.
Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose contains 'Sodium carboxymethylcellulose'. Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. In this way, it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.
Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose should be taken as advised by your doctor. Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose causes common side effects like eye redness, burning eyes, stinging in the eyes, allergic reaction in the eye. If it persists, take the advice of your doctor.
Before using this Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any one of the medicine components and wash the hands before using the Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose to avoid contamination. Do not touch the bottle's tip to avoid contamination, and replace the cap tightly after each use. Do not use the solution, which is colored, 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 or use machinery or perform any activity until your vision is clear as Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose causes temporary blurred vision.
Uses of Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose
Medicinal Benefits
Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose contains 'Sodium carboxymethylcellulose' which belongs to the class of medicines called 'ophthalmic lubricants' generally used to treat dry eye disease and eye irritation. Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. In this way, it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose
- Eye redness
- Burning eyes
- Stinging in the eyes
- Allergic reaction in the eye
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Before using this Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose, tell your doctor, if you are allergic to any one of the medicine components and wash the hands before using the Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose to avoid contamination. Do not touch the bottle's tip to avoid contamination and replace the cap tightly after each use. Do not use the 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 or use machinery or do any activity until your vision is clear because Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose causes temporary blurred vision. Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose may cause temporary blurring of vision and hence you should refrain from driving or using heavy machinery immediately after applying it. If you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness, or irritation of the eye and if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours, discontinue use and consult a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-drug interactions: Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of other eye medications.
Drug-food interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-disease interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionInteraction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Pregnancy
cautionInformation regarding the use of Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose in pregnant women is less/not available due to limited research on pregnant women. It is prescribed by a doctor if he or she thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult your doctor before using Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose.
Breast Feeding
cautionNo information available regarding the passing of Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose in breastmilk due to limited research. Consult your doctor before the use of Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose for further advice.
Driving
cautionAfter applying the Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose, vision may be unclear, so take some time and relax and wait for the vision to improve before driving or doing work that requires proper vision.
Liver
cautionSodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose is probably safe to use in liver diseases. Please consult your doctor before using Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose.
Kidney
safe if prescribedSodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose is probably safe to use in kidney diseases. Please consult your doctor before using Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose.
Children
cautionInform your doctor before taking Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose, as it should be used in children only when prescribed by a child specialist.
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 that 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 lenses, remove them before using Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose.
- 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 burning sensation, sensitivity to light, eye redness, a sensation of having something in your eyes, watery eyes, blurred vision. It is caused by disruption of the healthy tear film by hormonal changes, autoimmune disease, inflamed eyelid glands, ageing, by keeping contact lens and by using some medications like antihistamines (fexofenadine), and the people who have undergone laser eye surgery.
FAQs
Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose contains 'Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose' which belongs to the class of medicines called 'ophthalmic lubricants' generally used to treat dry eye disease and eye irritation. . Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose works by increasing tear viscosity in the eye. In this way, it provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort.
Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose causes common side effects like eye redness, burning eyes, stinging in the eyes, allergic reaction in the eye. If it persists take the advice of your doctor.
Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose 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 Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose first, because ointments do not allow the eyedrops into the eye. If ointment is applied first, eye drops will drain from the eye.
Store at or below 25°C and out of the reach of children. Do not touch the tip of the container to any surface or eye(s). Replace the cap after every use. Remember not to use the eye drops after the expiry date or after 30 days of opening them.
