Hydroxypropyl cellulose (Into the eye)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to hydroxypropyl cellulose.

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine. Rinse the applicator with hot running water before and after you use it.
If the insert falls out of your eye, do not put it back in. Get a new insert to put in your eye.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
This eye insert could scratch your eye if you do not insert and remove it properly.
If you hurt your eye, develop an eye infection, or need to have eye surgery, talk with your doctor right away. You may need to change your medicine or stop using it.
This eye insert may cause blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Do not rub your eyes, especially when you first wake up. The insert might come out.
You might have to use the insert for several weeks to get the most benefit.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Eye pain, redness, or swelling
Vision changes

Last Updated: 1/27/2017