Hyaluronic Acid

Last Updated: November 18 2022

Hyaluronic acid is a large polysaccharide found in many tissues, especially cartilage and synovial fluid. It is often supplemented for skin and join health, as well as for dry eyes when used as an ingredient in eye drops.

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Hyaluronic Acid is most often used for

What else is Hyaluronic Acid known as?
Note that Hyaluronic Acid is also known as:
  • Hyaluronan
  • Hyaluronate (as sodium or potassium salt)
Dosage information

Dry eyes: If hyaluronic acid is the only active ingredient, 0.3% solution may be best. If other active ingredients are present, a minimum of 0.1% has been shown to be effective.

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