Carboxymethylcellulose
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Eye & Ear Care treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Instill one to two drops into the affected eye(s) as needed throughout the day. May be used multiple times daily. Blink several times to spread the lubricant evenly across the ocular surface.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Transient mild visual blurring immediately after instillation (clears within seconds), sticky eyelid sensation. Rare/Severe: Ocular hyperemia or hypersensitivity to preservatives.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Over-The-Counter ocular lubricant. If eye pain, persistent vision changes, continued redness, or irritation occurs or worsens for more than 72 hours, discontinue and consult an eye doctor. Do not touch dropper tip to any surface. Discard bottle 1 month after opening.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Carboxymethylcellulose
Found 2 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 0.5% w/v
Demulcent Ocular Lubricant and Artificial Tear formulation on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. Forms a viscoelastic, transparent, bioadhesive lubricating polymer shield over the cornea and conjunctiva, stabilizing the pre-corneal tear film, mimicking mucin layer adherence, and protecting the ocular surface against desiccating environmental stress and shear forces during blinking. Indicated for temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dry eye syndrome (keratoconjunctivitis sicca), digital eye strain, wind, or sun exposure.
Carboxymethlycellulose Eye drops 1% w/v
Demulcent Ocular Lubricant and Artificial Tear formulation on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. Forms a viscoelastic, transparent, bioadhesive lubricating polymer shield over the cornea and conjunctiva, stabilizing the pre-corneal tear film, mimicking mucin layer adherence, and protecting the ocular surface against desiccating environmental stress and shear forces during blinking. Indicated for temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dry eye syndrome (keratoconjunctivitis sicca), digital eye strain, wind, or sun exposure.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Carboxymethylcellulose.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 0.5% w/v | 10 ml | ₹27.23 | TEAR, OPTIVE, EVERFRESH, OPTIBEX, CELLUSOOTHE | ₹110.90 | 75% Save |
| Carboxymethlycellulose Eye drops 1% w/v | 10 ml | ₹28.13 | LOC TEARS FUSION | ₹168.43 | 83% Save |
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