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Hypromellose , short for hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), is a semisynthetic, inert, viscoelastic polymer used in eye drops, as well as an excipient and controlled-delivery component in oral medicaments, found in a variety of commercial products.
Lacrisert, manufactured by Aton Pharma, is a formulation of HPC used for artificial tears.It is used to treat medical conditions characterized by insufficient tear production such as keratoconjunctivitis sicca), recurrent corneal erosions, decreased corneal sensitivity, exposure and neuroparalytic keratitis.
Triacetin is the organic compound with the formula C 3 H 5 (OCOCH 3) 3.It is classified as a triglyceride, i.e., the triester of glycerol with acetic acid. [6] It is a colorless, viscous, and odorless liquid with a high boiling point and a low melting point.
Methyl cellulose (or methylcellulose) is a compound derived from cellulose.It is sold under a variety of trade names and is used as a thickener and emulsifier in various food and cosmetic products, and also as a bulk-forming laxative.
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Hypromellose cellulose ethers are widely used as thickeners, rheology modifiers, emulsifiers and dispersants in Shampoo products. [28] Sodium lauroamphoacetate is naturally derived from coconut oils and is used as a cleanser and counter-irritant. This is the ingredient that makes the product tear-free.