Carmellose Sodium
Carmellose Sodium Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
| Trade Name | Carmellose Sodium |
| Generic | Carmellose Sodium |
| Type | |
| Therapeutic Class | Drugs for Dry eyes |
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| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
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.
Dosage
Carmellose Sodium dosage
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.
Side Effects
Common side effects are eye irritation (including burning and discomfort), eye pain, itchy eyes, visual disturbance.
Precaution
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.
Interaction
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. If you are using other eye drops, leave at least 15 minutes between putting in the other drops and Carmellose Sodium.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
You can use Carmellose Sodium if you are pregnant and when you are breast-feeding.
Contraindication
If you are hypersensitive (allergic) to carmellose sodium or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Storage Condition
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not store above 25°C.
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FAQ
What is Carmellose Sodium used for?
Carmellose Sodium is a lubricant used to treat dry eyes. It is often used as its sodium salt, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose.
How safe is Carmellose Sodium?
Carmellose Sodium is generally safe, with no long-term side effects. Do not share eye drops with other people.
How does Carmellose Sodium work?
Carmellose Sodium works as artificial tears, to help keep the surface of your eyes lubricated and moist.
What are the common side effects of Carmellose Sodium ?
Vision may be temporarily blurred when this product is first used. Also, minor burning/stinging/irritation may temporarily occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Is Carmellose Sodium safe during pregnancy?
Carmellose Sodium may not cause harm to an unborn foetus.
Is Carmellose Sodium safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known whether Carmellose Sodium can pass through the breast milk or not. Breastfeeding mothers should avoid nursing while taking Carmellose Sodium.
Can I drink alcohol while use Carmellose Sodium?
Yes, you can drink alcohol.
How many time can I use Carmellose Sodium?
You can use eyedrops with preservatives up to four times a day.
How long does Carmellose Sodium take to work?
Carmellose Sodium should start to work straight away, but it may take several weeks before you feel the full effects.
What happen If I missed dose of Carmellose Sodium?
If you forget to use your eye drops, use them when you need them next or when it’s time for your next dose.
What happen if I use too much?
Using too many eye drops should not cause problems.
Will Carmellose Sodium affect my fertility?
There's no evidence to suggest that Carmellose Sodium reduces fertility in either men or women.
Will Carmellose Sodium affect my contraception?
Carmellose Sodium does not stop contraceptive pills working, including the combined pill or emergency contraception.
Can I drive or ride a bike?
You may have blurred vision after you’ve just put the drops in. This should clear quickly. Do not drive a car, ride a bike, or use tools or operate machinery until you can see clearly again.
How well does Carmellose Sodium work?
Many people use Carmellose Sodium eye drops for their dry eyes. There are many different eye drops for dry eyes, but there’s no evidence that one type is better than another. Sometimes you may need to try different eye drops or eye treatments to find which works best for you.
