Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops

Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops is used for the treatment of dry eyes. This medication is basically a lubricant and it works the same as natural tears and provides temporary relief from burning and discomfort due to dryness of the eyes. The eye drops should be taken as per the doctor’s prescription and their dosage and duration are totally based on your doctor’s recommendation. It is for external use only.

The time and duration of this medication depend upon your medical condition and you should complete the full course of the treatment as recommended by your doctor. Some people might experience some common side effects like Eye irritation, Eye itching, and Eye pain, however, these symptoms are not to be worried about as they get resolved on their own with time and don’t require any special medicine for their treatment. But if the side effects still persist or get worse then consultation with your doctor is mandatory.

You should inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops to avoid any severe side effects. If you wear contact lenses then you should them before using the eye drop, you can put them back after 15 minutes. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding you should inform your doctor about it and it is advised not to operate heavy machinery while using this medication as its usage might cause blurred vision.

Uses Of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops

• Treatment Of Dry Eyes.

Precautions

• If you are suffering from any pre-existing medical condition and taking medicines for them then you should inform your doctor about it to avoid any side-effect.
• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops then you should inform your doctor about it.
• It is not known whether  Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops interact with alcohol but you should take it in limit and consultation with your doctor is mandatory.
• If you are pregnant you should consult your doctor to know whether the medicine can be used by you or not.
• If you are breastfeeding you should consult your doctor to know whether the medicine can be used by you or not.
• Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops might cause blurred vision, so you should not operate any heavy machinery until your vision is clear.
•  Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops do not affect the liver and they can be safely taken.
•  Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops do not affect the kidney and they can be safely taken.
• Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops can be given to children. However, consultation with your doctor is mandatory before giving it to the children.

Common Side-Effects Of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops

• Eye Irritation
• Redness In The Eye
• Eye Pain
• Blurred vision
• Itching In The Eye

Directions Of Use

• Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops are for external use only. You should wash your hands properly before and after using the eye drops. After putting the eye drops in your eyes, you should close your eyes for 2-3 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use.

Storage 

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.

FAQs

Q. What are the side effects of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops?

Ans. You may experience visual disturbances and eye discharge while using this medicine. Some other side effects of this medicine include redness of the eye, eye irritation, burning and discomfort, eyelid swelling, and itching of the eye. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.

Q. How should Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops be stored?

Ans. 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.

Q. How should Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops be used?

Ans. If you are using it for dry eyes, instil 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. If you are using it to lubricate soft and rigid gas-permeable lenses, apply 1 to 2 drops to each eye with the lenses on as needed or as directed by your doctor. 

Q. Is Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops bad?

Ans. No, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops is a safe medicine. It is meant for external use only and is not harmful. However, in some patients, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Ophthalmic Solution Ip 1% Eye Drops may cause eye irritation (burning and discomfort)