Viscogel 2% (Viscoelastic Solution)
3 ml pre-filled syringe: ৳ 120.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose |
| Company | General pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Surgical aid during anterior chamber eye surgery
- Maintains depth of anterior chamber
- Permits greater operative precision
- Minimizes risk of damaging cornea and intra-ocular tissues
Pharmacology
- Viscoelastic solution
- Occupies space and protects tissue
- Allows for efficient manipulation with less trauma to ocular tissues
- Facilitates pushing back the vitreous face
Dosage & Administration
- Pre-filled syringe for single intraocular use only
- Quantity injected must be adjusted according to aqueous humour volume
- Adjust according to anatomical structure to be protected
Interaction
- No specific drug interactions noted
Contraindications
- No known contraindications to recommended use
Side Effects
- Well tolerated after injection into human eye
- Transient rise in intraocular pressure postoperatively
- Rare postoperative inflammatory reactions
- Incidents of corneal edema and corneal decompensation reported
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No birth defects or problems in humans reported
- Not reported to cause problems in nursing babies
Precautions & Warnings
- Limited to those associated with ophthalmic surgical procedure
- Transient increased intraocular pressure following surgery
- Viscogel should be removed from the anterior chamber at the end of surgery
- Appropriate therapy if postoperative intraocular pressure increases
- For intraocular use only
- For single use only
Overdose Effects
- Mechanical blockage may cause transient increase in intraocular pressure
Therapeutic Class
- Dry eye medications
Storage Conditions
- Store in cool, dry place away from light
- Do not freeze
- Keep out of the reach of children