Indications

Carmellose Sodium is a substitute for tears, and contains the lubricant called carmellose sodium. It is used for the treatment of the symptoms of dry eye (such as soreness, burning, irritation or dryness) caused by you not producing enough tears to keep the eye wet.

Composition

Pharmacology

Dosage & Administration

The recommended dose is 1-2 drops of Carmellose Sodium in the affected eye/each affected eye, 4 times a day or as often as needed. You do not need to remove contact lenses before using Carmellose Sodium. Make sure that the single-dose container is intact before use. The solution should be used immediately after opening. To avoid contamination or possible eye injury, do not let the open-end of the single-dose container touch your eye or anything else. Wash your hands before use.

Contraindications

If you are hypersensitive (allergic) to carmellose sodium or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Side Effects

Common side effects are eye irritation (including burning and discomfort), eye pain, itchy eyes, visual disturbance.

Pregnancy & Lactation

You can use Carmellose Sodium if you are pregnant and when you are breast-feeding.

Precautions & Warnings

If irritation, pain, redness or changes in vision occur or if you feel your condition is getting worse, stop taking this medicine and consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Therapeutic Class

Drugs for Dry eyes

Storage Conditions

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not store above 25°C.