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Can restasis be taken in combination with lacrisert (hydroxypropyl cellulose)? should i put them in after waiting a certain amount of time after using restasis or vice versa?

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Sure, use together: You probably do not have to wait between insertions, but just to be sure, I would wait a few minutes. I would use the lacrisert (hydroxypropyl cellulose) first.

Answered 5/22/2015

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