Hypromellose

Chemical formula: C₅₆H₁₀₈O₃₀  Molecular mass: 1,261.4 g/mol 

Pharmacodynamic properties

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

Pharmacokinetic properties

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

Preclinical safety data

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

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