Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
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/api/v1/drug/hydroxyethyl-celluloseMechanism of action
Sourced from openFDAMechanism-of-action class: Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.
Indications
Sourced from openFDA- Uses For the temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye. For the temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye or to exposure to wind and sun.
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDADirections Wash hands before use. Remove tamper evident ring, then remove cap. Tilt bottle downward or upside down and squeeze. Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed. After use, tilt bottle downward and shake to remove any residual drops left on the tip of the bottle. Replace cap after using.
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAFor external use only To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of container to any surface. In rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions such as redness, burning, swelling, and itching may occur. Do not use: If solution changes color or becomes cloudy If tamper evident seal is broken or missing If bottle is damaged If you are allergic to any of the ingredients Stop and ask a doctor if: You experience eye pain, changes in vision, or continued redness or irritation of the eye The condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
FAERS reports
Reference statistics only. FAERS reports are voluntarily submitted and are not incidence rates, safety signals, or causal evidence. Counts reflect reporting volume — how often a reaction was reported, not how often it occurs. For decision-grade use, consult openFDA and the FAERS Public Dashboard directly.
3 total reports matchedLatest report Share = reports listing the reaction ÷ total matched reports. Rows can sum to >100% because a single report often lists multiple reactions.
- 1Blood Urine Present133%
- 2Catheter Site Haemorrhage133%
- 3Erythema133%
- 4Eye Irritation133%
- 5Feeling Abnormal133%
- 6Hypersensitivity133%
- 7International Normalised Ratio Increased133%
- 8Rectal Haemorrhage133%
- 9Scab133%
- 10Swelling Of Eyelid133%
Literature
Recent PubMed references pinned to Hydroxyethyl Cellulose as a MeSH major topic. Citations link to pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.
- Simultaneous enhancement of porosity and thermal stability in hydroxyethyl cellulose membranes via malic acid incorporation and non-solvent induced phase separation.International journal of biological macromolecules · 2026 · Ryu H, Kang SWPMID 42092651DOI 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.152377
- Hydroxyethyl cellulose-boosted electrochemiluminescence sensor based on velvet-like g-C(3)N(4) for ultrasensitive detection of 3-nitro-l-tyrosine.Talanta · 2026 · Zhang H, Xu R, Wei X, et al.PMID 42048831DOI 10.1016/j.talanta.2026.129877
- Interpenetrating carboxymethyl cellulose-hydroxyethyl cellulose hydrogel for graphite tailings solidification: Adsorption-assisted pore sealing.International journal of biological macromolecules · 2026 · Du C, Li F, Liang B, et al.PMID 41966372DOI 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.151913
- Double network hydrogel based on cellulose nanofibers and acrylic terpolymer for enhanced methylene blue removal: Kinetic, isotherm, and thermodynamic analysis.International journal of biological macromolecules · 2026 · Mirmomen M, Sereshti HPMID 41962715DOI 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.151919
- Semi-Hydrophobic Composite Cryogels Embedded with Bacterial Cellulose as Adsorbents for Separation of Phenyllactic Acid from Crude Fermentation Broth: Preparation and Molecular Simulation.Journal of chromatography. A · 2026 · Chen Z, Xu J, Tong S, et al.PMID 41763130DOI 10.1016/j.chroma.2026.466813
- Hydroxyethyl cellulose-guided self-assembled pH-independent antibacterial hydrogel for MRSA-infected wound therapy.International journal of biological macromolecules · 2026 · Song Y, Lin Y, Li S, et al.PMID 41708037DOI 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.150978
- Antibacterial bionanocomposite hydrogel based on hydroxyethyl cellulose, poly(vinyl alcohol), and montmorillonite clay as a scaffold for bone tissue engineering application.Scientific reports · 2025 · Zare S, Eskandani M, Esfahlan RJ, et al.PMID 41331051DOI 10.1038/s41598-025-30576-3
- Multifunctional carbon dots in hydroxyethyl cellulose/polyvinyl alcohol intelligent active film for food quality maintenance and freshness monitoring.International journal of biological macromolecules · 2025 · Chen Y, Zhang H, Qin S, et al.PMID 41260438DOI 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.149048
Clinical trials
The 10 most recently updated of 61 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Hydroxyethyl Cellulose as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.
- Targeted Investigation of Microbiome 2 Treat Atopic Dermatitis (TIME-2)Recruiting · Phase 1 · Interventional · 86 enrolled · National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)NCT06504160updated 2026-06-02
- Optimization of Positive End Expiratory Pressure by Use of Pulmonary Ultrasound for Patients With Blunt Chest Trauma Treated by Non-Invasive Ventilation (Opti-PEP).Terminated · Interventional · 19 enrolled · University Hospital, MontpellierNCT06072339updated 2026-06-01
- Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Local Melatonin Application on Osseointegration of Immediate Mandibular ImplantsActive not recruiting · Interventional · 16 enrolled · Suez Canal UniversityNCT07374523updated 2026-04-29
- Effect of Using Virtual Glasses on Anxiety, Pain and Comfort During Uterine Tonus AssessmentCompleted · Interventional · 146 enrolled · Inonu UniversityNCT07545863updated 2026-04-22
- Phone-Based Based Walk With Ease Program for Adults With ArthritisCompleted · Interventional · 267 enrolled · University of South CarolinaNCT05289544updated 2026-03-06
- Antibacterial Mouthwash for Pharyngeal Gonorrhea PreventionCompleted · Phase 2 · Interventional · 89 enrolled · University of California, Los AngelesNCT04966507updated 2026-02-13
- The Beat Pain Better TrialRecruiting · Phase 3 · Interventional · 346 enrolled · University of UtahNCT06932887updated 2026-01-29
- Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Local Application of Melatonin on Postoperative Outcomes After Surgical Removal of Impacted Mandibular Third MolarActive not recruiting · Interventional · 20 enrolled · Suez Canal UniversityNCT07374536updated 2026-01-28
- Osteoarthritis Care Tools for Primary Care ProvidersEnrolling by invitation · Interventional · 60 enrolled · University of North Carolina, Chapel HillNCT06988163updated 2025-08-28
- Effects of Flourish HEC and BioGenesis to Improve ConceptionTerminated · Phase 1 · Interventional · 1 enrolled · Vaginal Biome ScienceNCT05390606updated 2025-07-01
Frequently asked questions
- How does Hydroxyethyl Cellulose work?
- Mechanism-of-action class: Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.
- What is Hydroxyethyl Cellulose used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose carries indications including: Uses For the temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye. For the temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye or to exposure to wind and sun.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
- What class of drug is Hydroxyethyl Cellulose?
- Hydroxyethyl Cellulose is classified as Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction, Unknown Physiological Effect.
Note. Data for
hydroxyethyl-cellulose is illustrative MVP content compiled from public sources. pharmacopeia is for educational and informational use only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.