Sodium Hyaluronate 0.1%, 0.2% Eye prep
Indications
Sodium Hyaluronate 0.1%, 0.2% Eye prep is used for:
Cataract surgery, Cornea transplant surgery, Glaucoma surgery, Posterior segment surgery
Adult Dose
Surgical aid in the anterior segment during cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation
Adult: Slowly admin a sufficient quantity into the eye.
Instill 1 drop 3 times daily. If necessary this can be increased or as directed by a physician.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity to sodium hyaluronate or avian proteins.
Precautions
Monitor intraocular pressure. Pregnancy.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: N/A
Lactation: Not known if excreted in breast milk; not recommended
Interactions
The safety and effectiveness of the use of sodium hyaluronate concomitantly with other intra-articular injection has not yet been established.
As sodium hyaluronate is precipitated by quaternary amine bactericides or disinfectants eg, benzalkonium chloride and chlorhexidine, etc, adequate attention should be given.
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Sodium Hyaluronate 0.1%, 0.2% Eye prep :
Ophthalmic: Transient rise in intraocular pressure. Transient burning sensation, temporarily blurred vision.
Mechanism of Action
Sodium hyaluronate is a polysaccharide which functions as a tissue lubricant. It is widely used in ophthalmic surgery because it forms a viscoelastic solution in water which makes it a suitable substitute for aqueous and vitreous humour.