Viscomet Injection 3ml

Introduction About VISCOMET INJECTION

VISCOMET INJECTION contains Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose which belongs to the
group of medicines called Ophthalmic demulcent. It is used as a surgical aid in
ophthalmic procedures involving anterior segment of the eye such as cataract
surgery with intraocular lens implantation, keratoplasty or filtering operations
for glaucoma.

It is also used to manage lenticular opacity pre-operatively and used to manage
posterior capsular opacity (PCO) (in patients with post cataract operation).

Do not receive VISCOMET INJECTION if you are allergic to hydroxypropyl
methylcellulose/hypromellose. Before receiving this medicine, inform your doctor
if you have liver impairment or renal failure.

VISCOMET INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding
women. It should be used with caution in children and elderly patients. Consult
your doctor before receiving it.

The common side effects associated with the use of VISCOMET INJECTION are
blurred vision, eye pain and eye irritation. Consult your doctor if any of the
side effect worsens.

Uses Of VISCOMET INJECTION

• Used as a surgical aid in ophthalmic procedures involving anterior segment of the eye such as cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation, keratoplasty or filtering operations for glaucoma
• Prevents lenticular opacity pre-operatively
• Prevents posterior capsular opacity (PCO) (in patients with post cataract operation)

How VISCOMET INJECTION Works

VISCOMET INJECTION helps in aiding ophthalmic procedures where hydroxypropyl
methylcellulose is a hydrophilic polymer that works by crosslinking on the eye
surface, thereby increasing the tear clearance time and promoting the eye
lubrication.

How to use VISCOMET INJECTION

VISCOMET INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the
anterior chamber of the eye. It is for ophthalmic use only. Enough of this
medicine is slowly introduced into the anterior chamber using a cannula. Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your
age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of VISCOMET INJECTION

Common

• blurred vision
• eye pain
• eye irritation

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Eye irritation Or Itching

Clean the eyelids daily. Give rest to your eyes while using a computer screen by
taking breaks. Ensure the computer screen is placed just below eye level. Try
using a humidifier in the room to manage the air getting dry. Avoid spending
much time in smoky, dusty, dry, air conditioned or artificially heated places.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Use with CautionVISCOMET INJECTION should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consult your
doctor before receiving it.

!### Breastfeeding

Use with CautionVISCOMET INJECTION should be using with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult
your doctor before receiving it.

!### Kidney

Consult your doctorThere is no proper information regarding the use of VISCOMET INJECTION in
patients with renal failure. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Liver

Consult your doctorThere is no proper information regarding the use of VISCOMET INJECTION in
patients with liver impairment. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not receive VISCOMET INJECTION if you are allergic to hydroxypropyl
methylcellulose/hypromellose or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Others

Use in Paediatrics:

There is no proper information regarding the use of VISCOMET INJECTION in
children. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.

Use in Geriatrics:

VISCOMET INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your
doctor before receiving it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before receiving VISCOMET INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any
medicines including prescri
supplements.

Overdosage:

VISCOMET INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse in a hospital,
and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. Overfilling of anterior chamber
may increase the pressure inside the eyes.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Pharmacological Category	:	Ophthalmic demulcent
Therapeutic Indication	:	Surgical aid in ophthalmic procedures
Dosage Forms	:	Eye drops, Ophthalmic solution, Solution, Liquid, Eye gel, Gel, Injection, Prefilled syringes

More Information

• Store at room temperature

FAQs About VISCOMET INJECTION

Q: Who should avoid receiving VISCOMET INJECTION?

A: Do not receive VISCOMET INJECTION if you are allergic to hydroxypropyl
methylcellulose/hypromellose or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult
your doctor before receiving it.

Q: How doesVISCOMET INJECTION work?

A: VISCOMET INJECTION helps in aiding ophthalmic procedures where hydroxypropyl
methylcellulose is a hydrophilic polymer that works by crosslinking on the eye
surface, thereby increasing the tear clearance time and promoting the eye
lubrication.

Q: What is the method of receiving VISCOMET INJECTION?

A: VISCOMET INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the
anterior chamber of the eye. It is for ophthalmic use only. Enough of this
medicine is slowly introduced into the anterior chamber using a cannula. Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your
age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: Is VISCOMET INJECTION safe to use in pregnant and breastfeeding women?

A: VISCOMET INJECTION should be used with caution if you are pregnant or
breast-feeding. Consult your doctor before receiving such medicine to manage any
harm to mother and/or baby.

Q: What are the common side effects of receiving VISCOMET INJECTION?

A: The common side effects associated with the use of VISCOMET INJECTION are
blurred vision, eye pain and eye irritation. Consult your doctor if any of the
side effect worsens.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Schirmer Test
• Phenol Red Thread Test