Hydroxypropyl Cellulose

Name: Hydroxypropyl Cellulose

Uses of Hydroxypropyl Cellulose

  • It is used to treat dry eyes.
  • It is used to treat eye irritation.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Hydroxypropyl Cellulose?

  • Tell all of your health care providers that you take hydroxypropyl cellulose. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
  • Use care when driving or doing other tasks that call for clear eyesight.
  • Bright lights may bother you. Wear sunglasses.
  • Do not rub the treated eye.
  • Do not use this medicine to treat contact lens irritation.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using hydroxypropyl cellulose while you are pregnant.
  • Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

  • Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Eye or eyelid swelling.
  • Change in eyesight, eye pain, or very bad eye irritation.

What are some other side effects of Hydroxypropyl Cellulose?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

  • Blurred eyesight.
  • Short-term pain after use.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Uses

Consult your pharmacist.

How to use Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Powder

Consult your pharmacist.

Interactions

Consult your pharmacist.

Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

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