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Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)

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Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) Uses

Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) is used in the treatment of dry eyes.

How Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) works

Polyvinyl alcohol, a nonionic surfactant, is used as a stabilising agent, lubricant and as an agent to increase viscosity in pharmaceutical manufacturing. In eye preparations, polyvinyl alcohol is used to increase the viscosity and thereby prolonging contact time of the active ingredient with the eye. It is often found in artificial tears preparations for dry eye and in contact lens solutions.

Common side effects of Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)

Blurred vision, Burning sensation in eye, Stinging sensation
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Expert advice for Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)

  • Your doctor has prescribed Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) to treat dry eye disease.
  • It stabilizes the natural tear film and maintains necessary lubrication so your eyes don’t get dry and irritated.
  • May require long-term use.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of this medicine.
  • Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 minutes. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
  • Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Frequently asked questions for Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)

Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)

Q. What is Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) used for?

Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) is an artificial substitute for tears. It is used as a lubricant for dry eyes. It is also used for the temporary relief of burning, irritation and/or discomfort due to dryness of eyes. Moreover, it is used to lubricate soft or rigid gas permeable contact lenses. It is also indicated to relieve dryness, irritation and discomfort that may be associated with lens wear.

Q. What are the side effects of Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp)?

You may experience visual disturbances and eye discharge while using this medicine. Some other side effects of this medicine include redness of the eye, eye irritation, burning and discomfort, eyelid swelling and itching of the eye. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.

Q. How should Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) be stored?

Store at or below 25°C and out of the reach of children. Do not touch the tip of the container to any surface or eye(s). Replace the cap after every use. Remember not to use the eye drops after the expiry date or after 30 days of opening it.

Q. How should Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) be used?

If you are using it for dry eyes, instil 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. If you are using it to lubricate soft or rigid gas-permeable lenses, apply 1 to 2 drops to each eye with the lenses on as needed or as directed by your doctor. Blink several times after pouring the drops. Consult your doctor if not sure.

Q. Is Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) a safe medicine?

Yes, Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) is a safe medicine. It is meant for external use only and is not harmful. However, in some patients, Polyvinyl Alcohol (Including Pvp) may cause eye irritation (burning and discomfort), eye pain, itchy eyes and visual disturbance. Immediately contact your doctor if any of these effects perists.

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