| Pronunciation |
 (kar
boks ee meth il SEL yoo
lose) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Cellufresh®[OTC]; Celluvisc®[OTC] |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Synonyms |
| Carbose D; Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Ophthalmic Agent, Miscellaneous |
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| Use |
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Preservative-free artificial tear substitute |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Adults: Ophthalmic: Instill 1-2 drops into eye(s) 3-4 times/day |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status |
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None reported |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment |
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None reported |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Solution, ophthalmic, as sodium, preservative free: 0.5% (0.3 mL); 1% (0.3 mL) |
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