Lubric Gel

Lubric Gel(Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose 2%)

Lubric Gel

Therapeutic Group: Ophthalmic

Presentation

Lubric Gel : Each ml contains Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose USNF 20 mg.

Description

Lubric Gel is the preparation of Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose. It is a clear, isotonic, sterile and non pyrogenic for intraocular injection during surgery of the anterior segment of the eye.

Indications

Lubric Gel is indicated as a surgical aid during surgical procedures involving the anterior chamber of the eye, including extraction of the lens, and insertion of intraocular lenses. It maintains the depth of the anterior chamber during the whole surgical procedure and permits greater operative precision without the risk of damaging the endothelium of the cornea or other intraocular tissues.

Dosage & Administration

Each pre-filled glass syringe is for single intraocular use only. The quantity injected into the anterior chamber of the eye must be adjusted according to the volume of the aqueous humour and the anatomical structure to be protected.

Side Effects

Post operative inflammatory reactions are not related with this product.

Precautions

Before use ensure the sterility of the product.
Remove all the product by irrigation and/ or aspiration at the end of the procedure.
Lubric Gel eye solution should be injected with the provided angled cannula.

Use in Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose has not been shown to cause birth defects or other problems in humans.
Lactation
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose has not been reported to cause problems in nursing babies.

Drug Interaction

Specific drug interaction studies have not been conducted with Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose solution.

Over Dose

Mechanical blockage of drainage at the trabecular level may cause a transient increase in intraocular pressure after surgery.

Storage

Does not require refrigeration or any particular storage condition.

Commercial Pack

Lubric Gel : Each pre-filled syringe contains 3 ml sterile eye solution.