FDA Label for Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium

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Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Avpak. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient



Carboxymethylcellulose sodium 1%


Purpose



Eye lubricant


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.

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.


Directions



To open, TWIST AND PULL TAB TO REMOVE. Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed and discard container.


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