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Provisc

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(Generic versions may still be available.)

SIDE EFFECTS

PROVISC (sodium hyaluronate) Viscoelastic Preparation is extremely well-tolerated after injection into human eyes during ophthalmic surgical procedures. As with most viscoelastic ophthalmic preparations, a transient rise in intraocular pressure has been reported in some cases.

Postoperative inflammatory reactions such as hypopyon and iritis have been reported with the use of ophthalmic viscoelastic preparations, as well as incidents of corneal edema and corneal decompensation. Their relationship to the use of sodium hyaluronate (PROVISC (sodium hyaluronate) ) has not been established.

DRUG INTERACTIONS

No information provided.

Last reviewed on RxList: 2/15/2005
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.

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