Eye Wash Drug Information

Generic name: WATER

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Uses of Eye Wash

  • washes the eye to help relieve
  • irritation
  • stinging
  • discomfort
  • itching
  • burning by removing
  • loose foreign material
  • air pollutants (smog or pollen)
  • chlorinated water

Dosage & Administration of Eye Wash

  • For use with a nozzle applicator.
  • flush the affected eye(s) as needed
  • control the rate of flow of solution by pressure on the bottle
  • do not touch dropper tip to eye When using an eye cup
  • rinse the cup with Soothing Eye Wash Solution immediately before each use
  • avoid contamination of the rim and inside surfaces of the cup
  • fill the cup half full with Soothing Eye Wash Solution and apply the cup to the affected eye(s), pressing tightly to prevent spillage Other information
  • store at 15°-25°C (59°-77°F)
  • keep tightly closed
  • does not contain thimerosal
  • enclosed eyecup is sterile if packaging is intact
  • use before expiration date marked on the carton or bottle Direction for use graphics

Side Effects of Eye Wash

When using this product

  • remove contact lenses before using
  • do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination
  • replace cap after use

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye
  • condition worsens or persists

Warnings & Cautions for Eye Wash

  • For external use only Do not use
  • if you have open wounds in or near the eyes, and get medical help right away
  • if solution changes color or becomes cloudy When using this product
  • remove contact lenses before using
  • do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination
  • replace cap after use Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye
  • condition worsens or persists Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Contraindications for Eye Wash

  • if you have open wounds in or near the eyes, and get medical help right away
  • if solution changes color or becomes cloudy

Overdosage Information for Eye Wash

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

Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.

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