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Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Pharmacological Index
Use
Adverse Reactions
Usual Dosage
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(hye droks ee PROE pil SEL yoo lose)

U.S. Brand Names
Lacrisert®

Generic Available

Yes


Pharmacological Index

Ophthalmic Agent, Miscellaneous


Use

Dry eyes


Adverse Reactions

1% to 10%: Local irritation


Usual Dosage

Adults: Ophthalmic: Apply once daily into the inferior cul-de-sac beneath the base of tarsus, not in apposition to the cornea nor beneath the eyelid at the level of the tarsal plate


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No effects or complications reported


Dosage Forms

Insert, ophthalmic: 5 mg


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