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Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent

SODIUM CHLORIDE

Standard Dose

Directions • pull down lower lid of the affected eye(s), apply a small amount (1/4 inch) to the inside of eyelid and apply every 3-4 hours, or as directed by a doctor.

Max Dose

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Primary Use

Use • For the temporary relief of corneal edema.

Summary

Indications and usage Use • For the temporary relief of corneal edema.

Dosage and administration Directions • pull down lower lid of the affected eye(s), apply a small amount (1/4 inch) to the inside of eyelid and apply every 3-4 hours, or as directed by a doctor.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Use • For the temporary relief of corneal edema. Dosage and administration Directions • pull down lower lid of the affected eye(s), apply a small amount (1/4 inch) to the inside of eyelid and apply every 3-4 hours, or as directed by a doctor. Warnings and cautions Warnings • For use in the eye s only. • Retain carton for full product drug facts. Do not use this product except under the advice and supervision of a doctor. When using this product • avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. • replace cap after each use. • this product may cause temporary burning and irritation on being instilled into the eye. Stop use and ask a doctor if • you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye. • the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours. KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN . If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

• Warnings • For use in the eye s only.
• • Retain carton for full product drug facts.
• Do not use this product except under the advice and supervision of a doctor.
• When using this product • avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface.

Interaction Notes

• Review official label interaction section.