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Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops
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 Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops?
There are many brands and types of ocular lubricant available, and not all of them are included in this leaflet.
Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops is for adults to help relieve burning, irritation, and discomfort caused by dry eyes.
Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.
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How should I use Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops?
Follow all the instructions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Wash your hands before using Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops.
Do not use Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops 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 Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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Warnings
You should not use Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops to treat or prevent an eye infection.
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Before taking this medicine
You should not use Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops 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 Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops if you have any type of infection in your eye.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops side effects
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 Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops 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 Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops may include:
- mild burning or irritation in the eye;
- itching or redness of 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.
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What happens if I miss a dose?
Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops is used as needed. If you have 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 attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.
Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops may cause blurred vision. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.
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What other drugs will affect Ultra Lubricating Eye Drops?
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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