HYCOSAN® Extra

HYCOSAN® EXTRA sodium hyaluronate 0.2%

For the intensive, therapeutic lubrication of the ocular surface in more severe and persistent cases of dry eye
including treatment after surgical procedures.
Preservative free sterile eye drops which are also phosphate free.

What is HYCOSAN® EXTRA?
HYCOSAN ® EXTRA is a sterile, phosphate and preservative-free solution for ocular use.

Composition:
1 ml HYCOSAN® EXTRA contains 2 mg sodium hyaluronate, citric acid anhydrous, sodium citrate, sorbitol and water for
injections.

What is HYCOSAN® EXTRA used for?
HYCOSAN ® EXTRA is an eye drop for the intensive, therapeutic lubrication of the ocular surface in more severe and
persistent cases of dry eye including treatment after surgical procedures.

When should HYCOSAN® EXTRA be used?
HYCOSAN ® EXTRA contains the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance found in many organs of the human
body including the eye. Its unique property is that it forms a regular, stable and long lasting, lubricating and moisturising
film on the eye surface that is not easily rinsed off. This so-called bioadhesive property ensures that the cornea and
conjunctiva are protected and together with the physiologic tears the eye lid moves easily over the surface of the eye.

HYCOSAN® EXTRA contains a higher amount of sodium hyaluronate which makes it more viscous and in so doing the eye is
provided with an intensive, soothing and long lasting moisturising film. Persistent or more severe symptoms are relieved
and the eye is protected against further irritation.

Normal tear secretion may be reduced due to surgical interventions on the eye or after eye injuries. A continuous
moisturising of the surface of the eye is necessary for the regeneration of the eye’s tissues. By applying HYCOSAN® EXTRA
increased moisture and lubrication is supplied to the cornea and conjunctiva so that the physiologic wound healing
process is optimal.

Being preservative-free HYCOSAN® EXTRA is usually very well tolerated. Additionally HYCOSAN® EXTRA is free of
phosphates so that possible complications due to the formation of insoluble deposits in the cornea are avoided.