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2023-03-18 12:31:00
I was having some intermittent eye issues due to fatigue. I showed it to doctor in office and he recommended sodium hyaluronate 0.1% . But it was not available in nearby medicos. Can i use carboxymethylcellulose drops in its place?
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Yes you can use carboxymethylcellulose but sodium hyaluronate is better

Answered2023-03-18 13:56:32

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Sodium hyaluronic is Best.you can use Refresh tears eye drops, 2drops 3times a day.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.

Answered2023-03-19 00:52:57

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You can try to order sodium hyaluronate drops online.. It is better

Answered2023-03-18 13:49:44

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Sodium Hyluronate is the best. Carboxymethylcellulose drops are also good, but Sodium hyaluronate is definitely better!

Answered2023-03-18 13:16:40

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