ARTELAC Eye drops, solution Ref.[27653] Active ingredients: Hypromellose

Source: Health Products Regulatory Authority (IE)  Revision Year: 2022  Publisher: Bausch + Lomb Ireland Limited, 3013 Lake Drive, Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24, D24 PPT3, Ireland

5.1. Pharmacodynamic properties

Pharmacotherapeutic group: Ophthalmologicals: other ophthalmologicals
ATC code: S01XA20

Methylhydroxypropylcellulose prolongs adhesion, enhances moistening of the cornea and conjunctiva and allows for a smoother movement of the conjunctiva over the cornea.

5.2. Pharmacokinetic properties

Methylhydroxypropylcellulose does not permeate the cornea or reach the systemic circulation via the ophthalmic vessels.

5.3. Preclinical safety data

Methylhydroxypropylcellulose has proved to be very well tolerated in local toxicity studies.

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