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Eye Drops / Eye Pellets (Hydroxypropyl Cellulose) - Drug Side Effects

Information on the indications and side effects of hydroxypropyl cellulose eye drops and pellets. Eye drop brand names include: Artificial Tears, Bion Tears, Gonak, Isopto Tears, Lacril, Nature's Tears, and Ocucoat. Lacrisert is a brand name for small pellets that are placed under the eyelid. The product is used to treat dry eye symptoms in conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome.
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Dry Eyes - Guide to Dry Eyes
When the eyes don't produce enough tears or the right quality of tears, the result is a condition called keratitis sicca, popularly known as "dry eyes." Autoimmune diseases, such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Sjögren's syndrome, are among the many causes of dry eyes.
Guide to Sjogren's Syndrome
Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease. In Sjogren's syndrome, the immune system targets moisture-producing glands and causes dryness in the mouth and eyes. Other parts of the body can be affected as well, resulting in a wide range of possible symptoms.
Sjogren's Syndrome Screening Quiz
Sjogren's syndrome can occur as a primary condition or a secondary condition. Take our screening quiz and see if you have symptoms associated with Sjogren's syndrome.
Patient Education: Artificial Tears Eye Ointments
Patient education for artificial tears eye ointments.
Patient Education: Artificial Tears Eye Solutions
Patient education for artificial tears eye solutions.
Product Photographs: Ophthalmic Solutions
Photographs of ophthalmic solution products.
Lacrisert (hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic insert)
Lacrisert (hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic insert) is a sterile, translucent, rod-shaped, water soluble, ophthalmic insert (pellets) made of hydroxypropyl cellulose, for administration into the inferior cul-de-sac of the eye, from RXlist.
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (Ophthalmic) Artificial Tears
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose(Ophthalmic) belongs to the group of medicines known as artificial tears. It is used to relieve dryness and irritation caused by reduced tear flow. It helps prevent damage to the eye in certain eye diseases, from Drugs.com.

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