VISMED GEL

VISMED GEL single doses

Product features

Vismed Gel - Sodium hyaluronate from fermentation 0.3 %.
Hydrogel for sustained wetting of the eye. Sterile, free from preservatives

Composition

1 ml solution contains 3.0 mg sodium hyaluronate as well as sodium chloride, potassium chloride, disodium hydrogen phosphate, sodium citrate, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride and water for injections. The solution is hypotonic.

Indications

Symptoms and signs of dry eye and/or damage to the ocular surface as a result of certain diseases, such as superficial keratitis, Sjögren's syndrome or primary dry eye syndrome. For sustained wetting of the eye in the case of subjectively perceived dryness as well as burning and tired eyes and other minor ailments without pathological significance, caused e.g. by dust, smoke, dry heat, air conditioning, wind, cold, prolonged screen work, wearing contact lenses (hard or soft) or by ophthalmological examination procedures.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Interactions

Do not use at the same time as medicines or other products that are applied to the eye, as Vismed Gel may alter their effect.

Side effects

In very rare cases, temporary ailments may occur, such as conjunctival irritation, foreign body sensation, redness or burning of the eyes as well as briefly blurred vision.

Dosage and type of application

Unscrew the cap from the single-dose container, tilt your head back and hold the dropper over the eye to be treated. Pull down the lower eyelid of the eye with the index finger of one hand. By gently squeezing the container, one drop of Vismed Gel solution is released (see illustrations). Unless otherwise recommended, instill 1-2 drops of Vismed Gel into the eye as required. The solution is distributed by blinking and forms a transparent and durable fluid layer on the surface of the eye. Vismed Gel can also be used while wearing hard or soft contact lenses.

Precautions

Do not touch the dropper tip of the opened ampoule and do not bring it into direct contact with the eye. Otherwise, the ampoule should be disposed of immediately after use. Close the ampoule again after use. Since Vismed Gel does not contain any preservatives, the solution should be used within 12 hours of opening. Solution that is not used within 12 hours of opening must be discarded. Otherwise, sterility is no longer guaranteed and this may lead to a risk of infection. Do not use damaged ampoules of Vismed Gel. Store between 2°C and 25 °C! Do not use Vismed Gel after the expiry date stated on the ampoule and the folding box. If your symptoms persist while using Vismed Gel, you should seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children.

Properties and mode of action

Vismed Gel contains sodium hyaluronate, a natural polymer that is also found in structures of the human eye. The special physical characteristics of sodium hyaluronate give Vismed Gel its important viscoelastic and water-binding properties. Vismed Gel forms a stable layer on the surface of the eye, which is only gradually removed by blinking. Vismed Gel therefore combines long-lasting effect with maximum comfort. Vismed Gel is excellently tolerated due to its special composition. Vismed Gel is free from preservatives.

Pack sizes

20 single-dose containers of 0.45 ml. 60 single-dose containers of 0.45 ml.

This information was last revised in September 2015.

Source: Information from the package insert
Status: 02/2017