Hydroxypropyl cellulose
Back to search| Scientific Name: | Hydroxypropyl cellulose |
| Brand Name: | Lacrisert |
| Company Owner: | Aton pharma inc |
| Mechanism Of Action | Hydroxypropyl cellulose is a derivative of cellulose that is soluble in both water and organic solvents. It is particularly good at trapping water and producing a film that serves as a barrier to water loss. Hydroxypropyl cellulose possesses good surface activity but does not gel as it forms open helical coils. In general Hydroxypropyl cellulose is a water-soluble thickener, emulsifier and film-former often used in tablet coating. |
| Description of the Drug: | Hydroxypropyl cellulose is a cellulose ether used to treat dry eyes. |
| Protein Data Bank: | Not Available |
Source: DrugBank Online – DrugBank.com. Retrieved 2023-01-23 from https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00840
