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HypoTears

Dosage form: solution/ drops
Ingredients: Polyvinyl Alcohol 10mg in 1mL, Polyethylene Glycol 400 10mg in 1mL
Labeler: Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation
NDC code: 0078-0519

Drug Facts

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Polyvinyl alcohol (1%)
Polyethylene glycol 400 (1%)

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Lubricant

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
  • For use as a lubricant to relieve dryness of the eye.
  • Temporarily relieves burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye or from exposure to wind or sun.
  • Helps protect against further eye irritation.

WARNINGS SECTION

For external use only.

OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
  • if solution changes colors or becomes cloudy
  • if you are allergic to any ingredients

OTC - WHEN USING SECTION

When using this product do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination.
Replace cap after using.

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience any of the following:

  • eye pain
  • changes in vision
  • continued redness or irritation of the eye
  • condiiton worsens or persists for more than 72 hours

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. If swallowed get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

Directions Put 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed.

OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION

Store between 15°-25°C (59°-77°F).

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Benzalkonium chloride 0.1 mg/mL (preservative), dextrose, edetate disodium, and purified water. May contain hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjut pH.

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

In the U.S. call toll-free
1-866-393-6336;
MedInfo@AlconLabs.com.
Serious side effects associated with use of this product may be reported to this number.

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

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NDC 0078-0519-24

HypoTears®
Lubricant Eye Drops

"Comforting Care for Dry Eye"

15 mL (0.5 fl oz)

Alcon®

HYPOTEARS  
polyvinyl alcohol and polyehtylene glycol 400 solution/ drops
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0078-0519
Route of AdministrationOPHTHALMICDEA Schedule    
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
Polyvinyl Alcohol (Polyvinyl Alcohol) Polyvinyl Alcohol10 mg  in 1 mL
Polyethylene Glycol 400 (Polyethylene Glycol 400) Polyethylene Glycol 40010 mg  in 1 mL
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
Benzalkonium Chloride 
Dextrose 
Edetate Disodium 
Water 
Hydrochloric Acid 
Sodium Hydroxide 
Packaging
#Item CodePackage Description
1NDC:0078-0519-241 BOTTLE, DROPPER in 1 CARTON
115 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC monograph finalpart34907/01/2005
Labeler - Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation (002147023)
Establishment
NameAddressID/FEIOperations
Bausch & Lomb Incorporated807927397MANUFACTURE(0078-0519)

Revised: 07/2012
 
Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation

Further information

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