What is carboxymethylcellulose sodium made from?
Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is a sodium salt derivative of cellulose Unlike cellulose, it is water soluble and can function as a suspending agent, stabilizer, film former or thickening agent
Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose is considered safe for all animal species
As you can see from the benefits and risks outlined above, cellulose gum is generally considered to be a fairly safe food additive It doesn’t have any nutritional value or health benefits, but it can be a very useful additive to all kinds of products
Talk to your doctor before you use over-the-counter artificial tear products containing carboxymethylcellulose while you have contact lenses in your eyes You may need to wait for 15 minutes after using the product before you insert your lenses
What are the side effects of carboxymethylcellulose?
Carboxymethylcellulose can cause eye pain, irritation or redness or lingering vision changes If you notice these or any other side effects, talk to your doctor at once An allergic reaction to this drug is possible Seek emergency care for facial swelling, breathing difficulties, hives or itchy rash
Not for human use. Keep reaching out of children. Normal storage in a cool; dry and dark place below 25°C. Shake well before use.
Carboxymethyl Cellulose Sodium IP 0.5% w/v Stabilized oxychloro complex 0.005% w/v (as preservative) Sterile aqueous base q.s.
If irritation increases or persists, then please discontinue the use and consult your veterinarian. The dropper tip should not be touched to any surface as this can contaminate the solution.
Tear deficiency is caused by reduced production of the aqueous layer of the tear film, which causes quantitative tear deficiency and leads to inflammation of the Conjunctiva and Cornea known as Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS), or Dry Eye.
Apply 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye (s) as needed or As directed by the Veterinarian.
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