Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 12
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 12 is a cellulose derivative available as an ophthalmic solution used as an artificial tear or lubricant for eyes. It is designed to provide temporary relief of dryness and irritation caused by insufficient tear production or environmental factors.
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 12 is an eye lubricant solution used to relieve dry, irritated eyes.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 2625171
- Generic
- Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 12
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporary relief of burning, dryness, and irritation due to insufficient tear production (keratoconjunctivitis sicca). May be used for eye discomfort caused by environmental factors such as wind, sun, or air conditioning.
As a viscosity-enhancing agent, carboxymethylcellulose sodium increases the retention time of the solution on the eye surface, providing prolonged lubrication and moisture to the ocular surface.
For ophthalmic use only. Patients should remove contact lenses before application unless directed otherwise by a healthcare provider. If eye pain, vision changes, or redness persist, medical consultation is recommended. Contains preservatives that may discolor contact lenses.
Official drug label
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