Refresh 0.5 % Ophthalmic Solution

Generic Name: CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM
Brand Name: REFRESH PLUS
  • Substance Name(s):
  • CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM

WARNINGS

Warnings For external use only. To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Do not reuse. Once opened, discard. Do not touch unit-dose tip to eye. If solution changes color or becomes cloudy, do not use. Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Uses For the temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun. May be used as a protectant against further irritation.

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

Inactive ingredients Calcium chloride; magnesium chloride; potassium chloride; purified water; sodium chloride; and sodium lactate. May also contain hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH.

PURPOSE

Purpose Eye lubricant

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Directions To open, TWIST AND PULL TAB TO REMOVE. Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed and discard container. *lf used for post-operative (e.g., LASIK) dryness and discomfort, follow your eye doctor’s instructions.

STOP USE

Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

Active ingredient Carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5%

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