Hydromer

Description

Hydromer 10 gm Eye Gel

Indications
Hypromellose Ophthalmic Solution: This is indicated in tear deficiency due to:
Impaired lacrimal secretion and
Functional disorders as a result of topical or systemic diseases or
Caused by deficient or incomplete eyelid closure.
Hypromellose Ophthalmic Gel: This is enriched with Carbomer 980 is a long-acting eye gel for lubricating the surface of the eye for all patients with ocular discomfort. The slight hypotonicity of the gel is rapidly “neutralized” by the slightly hypertonic tear fluid caused by dry eyes.

Pharmacology
Hypromellose is a semisynthetic, inert and viscoelastic polymer used as an ophthalmic lubricant. Hypromellose acts as a lubricant and artificial tear in the symptomatic treatment of dehydration of the cornea and conjunctiva due to impaired lacrimal secretion and functional disorders as a result of topical or systemic diseases, or caused by deficient or incomplete eyelid closure.

Dosage & Administration
Ophthalmic Solution: Therapy of dry eye syndrome requires an individual dosage regimen.
The usual dose of 0.3% Hypromellose is 1 drop into the conjunctival sac 3 to 5 times per day or as directed by the physician.
The dose of 0.5% Hypromellose will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor’s directions.
Ophthalmic Gel: Instill 1 or 2 drops in the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s), as needed. The frequency of administration depends on the severity of the condition. On average, one drop is administered 1-3 times daily. If needed, Hypromellose may be administered more frequently.