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At-a-Glance
Description
FDA
CE Mark
Classification
Molecular Weight
Osmolality
pH
Size
DisCoVisc OVD provides the flexibility of both cohesive and dispersive properties in a single syringe. It combines the excellent endothelial protection of chondroitin sulfate with the mechanical protection of superior space maintenance and clarity.
Yes
Yes
Dispersive
1,650,000 daltons
298
7.2 ± 0.4
1 mL
DuoVisc Viscoelastic System offers both the endothelial protection of chondroitin sulfate in VisCoat OVD with the proven mechanical protection and high molecular weight to maximize space maintenance found in ProVisc OVD.
Yes
Yes
Dispersive, Cohesive
VisCoat, 600,000 daltons; ProVisc, 2,400,000 daltons
310-325
6.8 - 7.5
VisCoat OVD: 0.35 or 0.50 mL; ProVisc OVD: 0.40 or 0.55 mL
The highest molecular weight cohesive OVD of the Healon family, Healon GV offers a high viscosity to create and maintain a deep chamber. The long molecular chain facilitates easy removal at the end of the procedure.
Yes
Yes
Cohesive
5,000,000 daltons
Not specified
7.0-7.5
0.55 mL, 0.85 mL
As a low-weight dispersive OVD, Healon EndoCoat ensures retention throughout the entire phaco process while maintaining a deep chamber and clarity throughout the surgical field.
Yes
Yes
Dispersive
800,000 daltons
Not specified
Not specified
0.85 mL
Healon 5 is a viscoadaptive OVD with cohesive properties that maintain space in the anterior chamber and dispersive properties that provide protection of endothelial cells during the phaco process.
Yes
Yes
Viscoadaptive
4,000,000 daltons
Not specified
Not specified
0.60 mL
The Healon Duet Dual Pack combines Healon EndoCoat and Healon in one package.
Not specified
Not specified
Dispersive, Cohesive
Healon OVD, 4,000,000 daltons; Healon EndoCoat OVD, 800,000 daltons
Not specified
Not specified
Healon OVD: 0.55 mL; Healon EndoCoat OVD: 0.85 mL
Healon OVD offers a high viscosity for space creation and endothelial cell protection while maintaining exceptional clarity.
Not specified
Not specified
Cohesive
4,000,000 daltons
Not specified
7.0 - 7.5
0.4 mL, 0.55 mL, 0.85 mL
Amvisc is a general-purpose viscoelastic with a high viscosity that enables it to achieve excellent chamber maintenance during lens insertion and removal.
Not specified
Yes
Cohesive
1,000,000-2,900,000 daltons
320
6.8 - 7.6
0.8 mL
Amvisc Plus Viscoelastic is molecularly engineered with a versatile range of cohesion that provides lasting chamber retention plus efficient removal at the end of the case.
Not specified
Not specified
Cohesive, Dispersive
1,600,000 daltons
340
7.2
0.8 mL
Formulated from a 2% hydroxypropyl methylcellulose solution, OcuCoat Viscoelastic can be used for a variety of applications, including lens inserter lubrication. Excellent coating properties help protect endothelial cells and enhanced clarity enables an unobstructed view of the surgical field throughout capsulorhexis and phaco. A low molecular weight allows for rapid removal with minimal risk of elevated intraocular pressure.
Not specified
Not specified
Dispersive
80,000 daltons
285 ± 32
7.2 ± 0.4
1.0 mL, 2.0 mL
NuVisc is a high viscosity, cohesive OVD that is manufactured using medium molecular weight sodium hyaluronate. It has been designed to allow the creation and maintenance of a deep anterior chamber while also providing good protection to ocular tissues during phaco.
Not specified
Not specified
Cohesive
1,000,000-2,900,000 daltons
288-352
6.8 - 7.6
0.8 mL, 0.94 mL
PhysioVisc Integral is a viscoelastic substance made from highly purified sodium hyaluronate produced by bio-fermentation. Its formulation has been developed to provide rheological behavior that is intended to offer good expansion of the AC, allow good control over capsulorhexis, preserve corneal transparency throughout surgery, and facilitate aspiration of the product at the end of surgery.
Not specified
Yes
Not specified
2,600,000 daltons
330 ±30 mOsm/kg H2O
7.2 ± 0.2
1 mL
Known as the pain relief OVD, the Visthesia OVD is the first OVD that offers an ancillary anesthetic and an ophthalmic viscoelastic combined; providing more comfort for your patient, especially during prolonged procedures.
No
Not specified
Cohesive
2,900,000 daltons
280-330
7.0-7.6
0.8 mL
The Combivisc is a combination of a dispersive and cohesive OVD in two separate syringes to match the requirements at each stage of the cataract surgery. The dispersive and cohesive components are Z-Hyalcoat and Z-Hyalin plus respectively.
No
Not specified
Cohesive, Dispersive
Z-Hyalcoat: 2,900,000 daltons; Z-Hyalin plus: 1,000,000 daltons
300-360
Z-Hyalcoat: 7.2-7.6; Z-Hyalin plus: 7.0-7.6
Z-Hyalcoat: 1.0 mL; Z-Hyalin plus: 0.85 mL
Z-Hyalcoat is a medium viscosity dispersive OVD.
No
Not specified
Dispersive
1,000,000 daltons
300-360
7.0-7.6
0.85 mL
Z-Hyalin is a high viscosity cohesive OVD.
No
Not specified
Cohesive
2,900,000 daltons
300-350
7.2-7.6
1.0 mL
Z-Hyalin plus is a versatile high viscosity cohesive OVD.
No
Not specified
Cohesive
2,900,000 daltons
300-360
7.2-7.6
1.0 mL
Twinvisc combines two viscoelastic solutions in a single syringe, one dispersive and one cohesive, with complementary and synergistic properties, separated by a bypass stopper system.
No
Not specified
Dispersive, Cohesive
Dispersive: 1,000,000 daltons; Cohesive: 2,000,000 daltons
300-360
7.0-7.6 mL
0.7 mL