Dosing & Uses
AdultPediatric
Dosage Forms & Strengths
ophthalmic drops
- 0.6%
Dry Eyes
Shake well before use
Instill 1-2 drop(s) in affected eye(s) prn
Safety and efficacy not established
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Adverse Effects
Frequency Not Defined
Irritation
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Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Cautions
Discontinue if eye pain, vision changes, or persistent irritation/redness occurs
Discontinue if condition worsens or persists >72 h
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Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: not known if distributed in milk
Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Previous
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Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Ocular lubricant
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Images
BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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Systane Complete ophthalmic (eye) - | 0.6 % drops | ![]() | |
Systane Balance ophthalmic (eye) - | 0.6 % drops | ![]() | |
Systane Balance ophthalmic (eye) - | 0.6 % drops | ![]() |
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