Polyvinyl Alcohol
Polyvinyl Alcohol is a synthetic resin with hydrophilic properties. It increases the persistence of the tear film and therefore used to lubricate dry and irritated eyes when given in eye drops, especially useful when the ocular surface mucin is reduced. Polyvinyl Alcohol is also used in skin preparation, forms a soluble plastic film upon drying.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Resin.
It is classified in Lubricant pharmacological group.
Solubility in Water: freely · Non-proprietary name: Polyvinyl Alcohol · pH: 5.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Polyvinyl Alcohol is primarily indicated in conditions like Dry eye syndrome, Ocular lubrication.
Contraindications
Polyvinyl Alcohol is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
Polyvinyl Alcohol's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 1.4 % | 1.4 % | Every 4h | Ophthalmic | drops. |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Polyvinyl Alcohol is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Blurred vision, Burning eyes, Stinging.
Warnings / Precautions
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Drug Classification
- 1.21.7 — Other ophthalmologicals