How is Hypromellose Ophthalmic dosed?
For dry eyes, the recommended adult and children's dosage for hypromellose ophthalmic solution (eye drops) is 1 drop, administered three or four times a day. Keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed out of reach of children. If you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if your symptoms continue for more than 3 days or become worse, check with your doctor.
What is the dosage form of Hypromellose Ophthalmic?
The dosage forms of hypromellose ophthalmic are Solution and Gel/Jelly.
How is Hypromellose Ophthalmic administered?
Hypromellose ophthalmic is administered by instilling the medicine into the eye. To use this medicine, first wash your hands, then tilt your head back and pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes. Do not blink. Keep your eyes closed for 1 or 2 minutes to allow the medicine to be absorbed. Avoid touching the applicator tip to any surface, including the eye, to keep the medicine germ-free. For patients wearing hard contact lenses, take care not to float the lens from your eye when applying this medicine. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label regarding the dosage and frequency of administration.
What are common precautions when taking Hypromellose Ophthalmic?
When taking hypromellose ophthalmic, some common precautions to keep in mind include:
- If you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if your symptoms continue for more than 3 days or become worse, check with your doctor.
- Avoid touching the applicator tip to any surface, including the eye, to keep the medicine as germ-free as possible.
- Keep the container tightly closed to maintain the sterility of the solution.
- Do not use hypromellose ophthalmic solution if it is discolored, cloudy, or contains particles.
- For patients wearing hard contact lenses, take care not to float the lens from your eye when applying this medicine. If you have any questions, consult your healthcare professional. Remember to always follow your doctor's orders or the instructions on the label when using hypromellose ophthalmic. If you have any concerns or experience side effects, contact your healthcare professional.