About Systane Lubricant Eye Gel
- Viscous but non-greasy eye gel
- Active ingredient hypromellose
- Contains preservative (sodium perborate - dissipating type known as "preservative-free in the eye")
- 10g tube (0.34 fl oz)
Description (by Rebecca)
What I like about gels in general is that they are viscous without being greasy. The vaseline-type ointments are messy, and very difficult to use without problems if you use scleral lenses during the day, because residues inevitably get on the lenses.
Description (manufacturer's)
SYSTANE® Lubricant Eye Gel offers the thickest gel formulation to coat the eye with a strong layer of dry eye symptom protection. Provides long-lasting, nighttime protection while you sleep. Available in 0.34 oz bottles.
Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Hypromellose 0.3% (Lubricant)
Uses
- Relieves dryness of the eye
- Temporarily discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye or from to exposure to wind or
- As a protectant against further irritation
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
- if gel changes color or becomes cloudy
- if you are sensitive to any ingredient in this product
When using this product
- do not touch of container to any surface
- replace cap after using
Stop and ask a doctor if you experience any of the following:
- eye pain
- changes in vision
- continued redness or irritation of the eye
- condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours
Keep out of the reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Put 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed
Other information
Store at 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
Inactive Ingredients
980, phosphoric acid, purified water, sodium perborate, and sorbitol. May contain sodium hydroxide to adjust pH.
Questions?
In the U.S., call toll-free 1-800-757-9195 (Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM CST). alcon.medinfo@alcon.com
