Carboxymethyl cellulose sodium

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Where is Carboxymethyl cellulose sodium found?

Carboxymethyl cellulose sodium can be found in food stuff and cosmetics as a viscosity modifier or thickener and as an emulsion stabilizer. It can also be used in the production of water-based paints and paper. Medicine eye-drops (artificial tears) may contain carboxymethyl cellulose sodium.

How can you avoid contact with Carboxymethyl cellulose sodium?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Cellulose, carboxymethylether
• Carmellose
• Cellulose gum
• Sodium CMC
• E466

What are some products that may contain Carboxymethyl cellulose sodium?

A clinician's point of view.

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