Akwa R

Akwa R Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Akwa R is a water-soluble synthetic polymer obtained by polymerization of vinyl alcohol. It has varying roles in commercial and industrial applications such as papermaking, textiles, and printing. Akwa R is found in ophthalmic solutions as a lubricant to prevent irritation or to relieve dryness of the eyes .

Temporarily relieves burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye or from exposure to wind or sun.Lubricates the eyes and helps protect against further eye irritation/dryness .

Trade Name Akwa R
Generic Polyvinyl alcohol
Polyvinyl alcohol Other Names Alcohol polivinílico, Polyvinyl alcohol
Type
Groups Approved
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
Available Country Peru
Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
Akwa R
Akwa R

Uses

Akwa R is a compound used as an ophthalmic lubricant.

For use as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye(s) .

Akwa R is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Dry Eyes, Eye lubrication

How Akwa R works

As a synthetic resin with hydrophilic properties, it increases the persistence of tear film and therefore lubricates and soothes dry/irritated eyes .

Toxicity

The oral acute toxicity of PVOH (LD50) in rats and mice are 20 g/kg and 14.7 g/kg, respectively . Adverse effects include eye pain and changes of vision, and redness or irritation of the eye .

Mild stinging or irritation of the eye, crusting of eyelid, eye pain, ocular hyperaemia, eye pruritus, foreign body sensation, eye discharge, and increased lacrimation may also occur .

Food Interaction

No interactions found.

Volume of Distribution

This drug does not accumulate in the body when administered orally .

Elimination Route

Akwa R is poorly absorbed from gastrointestinal tract, and readily eliminated from the body .

Half Life

When injected intravenously, polyvinyl alcohol has a half-life of 90 min .

Intraocularly, in eye drop form, the half-life is 7.2 minutes .

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