Manufacturer: Appasamy Ocular Device Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose(2% w/v)
Vial of 3ml Injection
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Appavisc Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional in the hospital or in a clinical setting. You should not self administer this medicine at home. Appavisc Injection is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, if you experience any symptoms which you think may be due to Appavisc Injection, inform your doctor.
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) propels self-emulsifying drug delivery systems (SEDDS) to achieve the supersaturated state in gastrointestinal tract, which possesses important significance to enhance oral absorption for poorly water-soluble drugs.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Appavisc
No common side effects seen
At present, there are no known contraindications to the use of OCUCOAT (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose) when used as recommended.
Information regarding the use of Appavisc Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Appavisc Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Appavisc Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is used to relieve dryness and irritation caused by reduced tear flow. It helps prevent damage to the eye in certain eye diseases. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose may also be used to moisten hard contact lenses and artificial eyes. In addition, it may be used in certain eye examinations.
It is used to relieve dryness and irritation caused by reduced tear flow. It helps prevent damage to the eye in certain eye diseases. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose may also be used to moisten hard contact lenses and artificial eyes. In addition, it may be used in certain eye examinations.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Appavisc Injection, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Appavisc Injection to treat dry eye disease.
It stabilizes the natural tear film and maintains necessary lubrication so your eyes don’t get dry and irritated.
May require long-term use.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of this medicine.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 minutes. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What is Appavisc Injection?
Appavisc Injection belongs to a class of medicines called eye lubricants or artificial tears. It is used to soothe irritation, burning and discomfort of dry eye conditions. These conditions could be a result of deficient tear production, infrequent blinking, smoke, wind, pollution, extended use of computer screen or television, medical treatment and dry atmospheric conditions. Appavisc Injection may also be used to aid insertion of contact lenses or to make the lenses more comfortable while wearing.
Q. Is Appavisc Injection effective?
Appavisc Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Appavisc Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. In which conditions is the use of Appavisc Injection avoided?
Use of Appavisc Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Appavisc Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Appavisc Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What are the side effects of Appavisc Injection?
You may experience visual disturbances and eye discharge while using this medicine. Some other side effects of this medicine include redness of the eye, eye irritation, burning and discomfort, eyelid swelling and itching of the eye. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.
