Hypromellose 2208
US-FDASourced from openFDA
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/api/v1/drug/hypromellose-2208Indications
Sourced from openFDA- For the temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye. For use as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye.
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDADirections Remove cap from syringe and screw on applicator tip. Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed.
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAFor external use only. To avoid contamination do not touch tip of container or applicator to any surface. Do not reuse. Once opened, discard. Stop use and ask a doctor if If you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours, discontinue use and consult a doctor. If solution changes color or becomes cloudy, do not use. 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.
38 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.
- 1Fatigue411%
- 2Nausea411%
- 3Pain411%
- 4Anxiety37.9%
- 5Corneal Oedema37.9%
- 6Drug Hypersensitivity37.9%
- 7Dry Eye37.9%
- 8Pain In Extremity37.9%
- 9Vision Blurred37.9%
- 10Abdominal Discomfort25.3%
- 11Arthralgia25.3%
- 12Cough25.3%
- 13Death25.3%
- 14Drug Ineffective25.3%
- 15Drug Interaction25.3%
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hypromellose 2208 used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Hypromellose 2208 carries indications including: For the temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye. For use as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
Note. Data for
hypromellose-2208 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.