lacrisert
Lacrisert (Hydroxypropyl Cellulose) is a medication used to treat Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndromes.
Hydroxypropyl Cellulose · by Bausch and Lomb
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
- Form
- Insert
- Strength
- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose 5MG
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- keratitis, dry eye syndromes
- Manufacturer
- Bausch and Lomb
- FDA application
- NDA018771
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Insert
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
Ways to save
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Lacrisert treat?
- Lacrisert (Hydroxypropyl Cellulose) may be used to treat keratitis, dry eye syndromes, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Lacrisert?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Lacrisert. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Lacrisert?
- Lacrisert is marketed by Bausch and Lomb. You can see Bausch and Lomb's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Lacrisert a brand-name or generic drug?
- Lacrisert is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Hydroxypropyl Cellulose.
- Is Lacrisert available over the counter?
- No. Lacrisert is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Lacrisert come in?
- Lacrisert is currently marketed as insert, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Lacrisert FDA-registered?
- Lacrisert is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA018771. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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