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DRUG STUDY
Order: Sodium hyaluronate eye drops 1-2 drops to both eyes BID
Indication Mechanism of Action Common side effects
Generic Name:
Sodium hyaluronate Used to relieve eye dryness and soreness Sodium hyaluronate is a polysaccharide Itching
Other common brand names: which functions as a tissue lubricant. It Irritation
Hialid Eye drops is widely used in ophthalmic surgery Hyperemia
because it forms a viscoelastic solution
Drug Classification: in water which makes it a suitable
Ophthalmic preparations substitute for aqueous and vitreous
humour.

Nursing Considerations:
1. Wash your hands well before administering the drops.
2. Use only if the solution is clear. Monitor intraocular pressure

Why was it given to the patient?

To relieve dryness and soreness of both eyes.