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Product introduction

Intavisc Injection is a water-soluble preparation commonly used in eye surgery. It is injected into the eye during surgical procedures. It helps create and maintain space in the anterior chamber of the eye, ensuring a clear and stable environment for the surgeon to work.

Intavisc Injection is used for the relief of features of dry eye (burning, irritation or dryness of eyes)

Uses of Intavisc Injection

  • Aid in Eye surgery

Benefits of Intavisc Injection

In Aid in Eye surgery

Intavisc Injection is a synthetic, water-soluble polymer that is commonly used in various ophthalmic surgical procedures. During the surgery it helps maintain space, protect tissues, and provide lubrication. It also helps create a stable environment during procedures like cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, and intraocular lens implantation.

Side effects of Intavisc Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Intavisc

  • No common side effects seen

How to use Intavisc Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Intavisc Injection works

Intavisc Injection is a viscoelastic preparation. It works by supporting and protecting the deeper layers of the eye from damage during eye surgery.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Intavisc Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Intavisc Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Intavisc Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Intavisc Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Intavisc Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Intavisc Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Intavisc Injection?

If you miss a dose of Intavisc Injection, consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Intavisc Injection
₹76.15/Injection
Hyprosol Injection
Sunways India Pvt Ltd
₹62.1/injection
18% cheaper
Viscomet PF Injection
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹73.05/injection
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Moisol Injection
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₹102.41/injection
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Appavisc Injection
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₹50/injection
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Irimist V Injection
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₹82.54/injection
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Fact Box

Chemical Class
Oligosaccharides.
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Tear substitues

Patient concerns

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He has got squint in his eyes is surgery is safe in this case ??
Dr. Vishal Arora
Ophthalmology
Squint surgery is safe. Donot expect any vision gain after surgery as the surgery is to realign the eye.
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Squint problem. What is the cause and suggest remedy
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Consult eye or squint specialist. Surgery or glasses might be5needed
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References

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  2. Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose [Package Insert]. Gandhinagar, Gujarat: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd. [Accessed 20 Jul. 2023]. (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
MRP
₹76.15
Inclusive of all taxes
5.0 ml in 1 vial
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