Each ml Aquafresh Liquigel sterile eye gel drops contains:
Active Substance: Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium USP 10 mg.
Preservative: Purite 0.0075%.
Aquafresh Liquigel is a sterile eye gel drops containing Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium for topical administration to the eyes for ocular lubrication.
Clinical Pharmacology:
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium is an ocular lubricant, contributing to an alleviation of subjected symptoms seen in moderate to severe dry eye syndromes (DES) and long lasting protection against dryness and irritation of the affected eyes. Aquafresh Liquigel is a lubricating formulation similar to normal tears. The mild & non-sensitising preservative used which ultimately changes into components of natural tears. The pharmacological effect of the active substance, Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium is not receptor-mediated, but is due to its property as viscosity enhancer resulting in increasing the retention time of this eye drop.
Aquafresh Liquigel are for extra strength, temporary relief of burning, irritation & discomfort due to dry eye or exposure to wind, dust, sun etc. Aquafresh Liquigel may also be used to protect eyes from further irritation.
Instill 1-2 drops in the affected eyes 4 times daily or as needed.
*Prescription only*
If several medicines are to be administered to the eye, there should be an interval of at least 5 minutes between each application.
Overdosage:
Not likely.
Safe use during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask your doctor before use.
Remove contact lenses before using this drug. Do not use if this solution changes color & becomes cloudy. Don't touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination and replace cap after each use.
Store at below 30°C in a dry place protected from light. It is desirable that the contents should not be used more than one month after first opening of the bottle.