GenTeal Tears Severe

There are many brands and types of ocular lubricant available, and not all are mentioned in this leaflet.

GenTeal Tears Severe is used in adults to relieve burning, irritation, and discomfort caused by dry eyes.

GenTeal Tears Severe may also be used for other reasons that are not listed in this medication guide.

Follow all instructions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Wash your hands before using GenTeal Tears Severe.

Do not use GenTeal Tears Severe and call your pharmacist if the medicine looks cloudy or has changed color.

Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or ointment tube or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated tip can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using GenTeal Tears Severe.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

You should not use GenTeal Tears Severe to treat or prevent an eye infection.

You should not use GenTeal Tears Severe if you are allergic to it. This medicine will not treat or prevent an eye infection.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use GenTeal Tears Severe if you have any type of infection in your eye.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using GenTeal Tears Severe and call your doctor if you have:

• severe burning, stinging, or eye irritation after using the medicine;
• eye pain; or
• changes in your vision.

Common side effects of GenTeal Tears Severe may include:

• mild burning or irritation in the eyes;
• itching or redness in your eyes;
• watery eyes;
• blurred vision; or
• sensitivity to light.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

GenTeal Tears Severe is used as needed. If you have a dosing schedule and miss a dose, skip it. Do not use two doses at once.

An overdose of ocular lubricant is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if someone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

GenTeal Tears Severe may cause blurred vision. Avoid driving or doing anything dangerous until you know how this medicine will affect you.

Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor instructs you to.

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. However, many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.