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Glycerin (Systemic)

Brand Names : Glyrol, Osmoglyn

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects | Additional Information

Category
  • Antiglaucoma agent, systemic
  • Diuretic
Description

Glycerin (GLI-ser-in), when taken by mouth, is used to treat certain conditions in which there is increased eye pressure, such as glaucoma. It may also be used before eye surgery to reduce pressure in the eye.

Glycerin may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:

    Oral
  • Oral solution (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

  • Glyrol
  • Osmoglyn

Generic name product may be available in the U.S.


   

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Glycerin: Before Using



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