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Dosage form
SOLUTION/ DROPS
Labeler
Allergan, Inc.
Label updated
2025-08-22
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium · Glycerin
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Active ingredients

Carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5%

Glycerin 0.9%

Purpose

Eye lubricant

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. *Follow your eye doctor’s instructions if you are using this product after an eye surgery (e.g., LASIK) to relieve eye dryness and discomfort.

Other information
  • Use only if single-use container is intact.
  • Use before expiration date marked on container.
  • Store at 59°-77°F (15°-25°C).
  • RETAIN THIS CARTON FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Inactive ingredients

Boric acid; calcium chloride dihydrate; erythritol; levocarnitine; magnesium chloride hexahydrate; potassium chloride; purified water; sodium borate decahydrate; and sodium citrate dihydrate.

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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

NDC 0023-3416-30
PRESERVATIVE-FREE
Refresh
OPTIVE ®
Lubricant Eye Drops
Dual-Action Relief
For Dry, Sensitive Eyes 
30 Vials 0.01 fl oz (0.4 mL) each Sterile

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DailyMed Set ID: 37e99aa8-02d6-4efb-a862-90bc7fcd5ca5 · Version 11
NDC: 0023-3416