CVS Health Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic Ointment, 0.125 OZ

Sodium chloride hypertonicity ophthalmic ointment is used for the eyes only. It helps reduce the swelling of the front surface of your eye known as the cornea. This swelling can be caused by surgery, infection, trauma, or other eye conditions. This medicine should only be used after talking to a doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions or allergies. If your condition does not improve within 72 hours you should call your doctor. Common side effects of using this ointment include a mild burning sensation or irritation of the eyes. If you have signs of allergic reactions such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat please get emergency help right away. If you happen to put too much in your eye, it is not expected to be a concern for your eye - simply wipe away the excess. CVS's brand of Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic Ointment is comparable to the active ingredient in Muro 128. You can get the same benefit with our brand at CVS at a lower cost. Offers temporary relief of corneal edema
Lessens eye discomfort or swelling due to corneal edema
Helps draw water out of the swollen cornea
To apply the ointment: Tilt your head back and pull down the lower eyelid to create a pocket
Squeeze a ribbon of the ointment from the tube into this pocket
Blink your eye gently
Keep it closed for 1-2 minutes
Make sure to wipe excess ointment from the eye area with a clean tissue

Active Ingredient: Sodium Chloride (5%).. Inactive Ingredients: Mineral Oil, Modified Lanolin, Purified Water and White Petrolatum.

Apply small amount (one-fourth inch) to the inside of affected eye(s) every 3- to 4-hour, or as directed by a doctor. Store at controlled room temperature 68 to 77 deg F (20 to 25 deg C).Store away from heat. Protect from freezing. Keep tightly closed.

Do not use this product except under the advice and supervision of a doctor. Do not use if bottom ridge of tube cap is exposed. To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using. May cause temporary burning and irritation upon application into the eye. 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-hour. Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. For use in the eyes only.