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Systane Ultra Preservative Free
Generic name: ocular lubricant
Brand names: Advanced Eye Relief Dry Eye, Artelac Nighttime, Artificial Tears, Bion Tears, Blink Contacts, Blink Gel Tears, Blink Tears, Clear Eyes CLR, Clear Eyes Tears, Dry Eye Relief, FreshKote Preservative Free, GenTeal, GenTeal Mild, GenTeal PF Tears Moderate, GenTeal Tears Moderate, GenTeal Tears Night-Time, GenTeal Tears Severe, Hypotears, ImproVue, Isopto Tears
What is Systane Ultra Preservative Free?
There are many brands and forms of ocular lubricant available and not all are listed on this leaflet.
Systane Ultra Preservative Free is used in adults to relieve burning, irritation, and discomfort caused by dry eyes.
Systane Ultra Preservative Free may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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How should I use Systane Ultra Preservative Free?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Wash your hands before using Systane Ultra Preservative Free.
Do not use Systane Ultra Preservative Free 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 Systane Ultra Preservative Free.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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Warnings
You should not use Systane Ultra Preservative Free to treat or prevent an eye infection.
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Before taking this medicine
You should not use Systane Ultra Preservative Free 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 Systane Ultra Preservative Free if you have any type of infection in your eye.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Systane Ultra Preservative Free side effects
Get emergency medical help if you notice any signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using Systane Ultra Preservative Free and call your doctor if you experience:
- severe burning, stinging, or eye irritation after using the medicine;
- eye pain; or
- changes in your vision.
Common side effects of Systane Ultra Preservative Free 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 happen. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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What happens if I miss a dose?
Systane Ultra Preservative Free is used as needed. If you are following a dosing schedule and miss a dose, just skip it. Do not use two doses at the same time.
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What happens if I overdose?
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.
Systane Ultra Preservative Free 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.
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What other drugs will affect Systane Ultra Preservative Free?
Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. However, many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
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