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Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

OTC Ophthalmic RxCUI 2738731
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Route
Ophthalmic
Label date
2026-03-05

Indications and usage

Uses For the temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye. For the temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye or to exposure to wind and sun. For use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye. For use as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye.

Purpose

Eye lubricant

Dosage and administration

Directions Wash hands before use. Remove tamper evident ring, then remove cap. Tilt bottle downward or upside down and squeeze. Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. After use, tilt bottle downward and shake to remove any residual drops left on the tip of the bottle. Replace cap after using.

Warnings

For external use only. To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of container to any surface. In rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions such as redness, burning, swelling, and itching may occur. Do not use: If solution changes color or becomes cloudy If tamper evident seal is broken or missing If bottle is damaged If you are allergic to any of the ingredients Stop and ask a doctor if: You experience eye pain, changes in vision, or continued redness or irritation of the eye The condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Do not use

If solution changes color or becomes cloudy If tamper evident seal is broken or missing If bottle is damaged If you are allergic to any of the ingredients

Stop use and ask a doctor if

Stop and ask a doctor if: You experience eye pain, changes in vision, or continued redness or irritation of the eye The condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours

Active ingredient (label)

s Hydroxyethyl cellulose 0.35%

Inactive ingredients

s Citric acid, ectoin, purified water, sodium chloride, trisodium citrate dihydrate

Keep out of reach of children

of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.