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GenTeal Mild Lubricant Eye Drops (Novartis Ophthalmics)


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GenTeal ® Mild, GenTeal ® , and GenTeal ® Gel contain GenAqua™, a disappearing preservative that turns into pure water and oxygen upon contact with your eye, thereby minimizing the irritation that may be caused by traditional preservatives while still providing the convenience and economy of the multidose form. All you feel is the soothing relief of the moisturizing ingredients, with the added assurance that each drop is as pure as the first.

GenTeal ® Mild and GenTeal ® are available in 15 and 25mL bottles. Made in Canada for Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, East Hanover, NJ 07936

GenTeal ® Gel is a clear lubricant eye gel that liquifies upon contact with your eye, forming a non-blurring, protective film. GenTeal ® Gel is available in 3.5 mL and 10 mL tubes. Made in Puerto Rico for Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, East Hanover, NJ07936

GenTeal ® PF is a hypotonic and preservative-free solution, specially formulated to be a soothing lubricant. GenTeal ® PF is available in a pack of 36 single-use containers 0.105 fl. oz. in each container. Made in Canada for Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, East Hanover NJ 07936

GenTeal ® Mild

Active ingredient:

Hypromellose
  0.2% ........................................................... Lubricant

Inactive ingredients:

Boric acid, calcium chloride dihydrate, GenAqua™ (sodium perborate), phosphonic acid, potassium chloride, purified water, and sodium chloride

Mild dry eye sufferers may experience gritty sensation, tearing, mild redness, burning, mild itching. These symptoms may be signs of other eye conditions. Consult your eye doctor.

NDC 58768-791-15      NDC 58768-791-25

GenTeal ®

Active Ingredient:

Hypromellose
  0.3% ........................................................... Lubricant

Inactive ingredients:

Boric acid, GenAqua™ (sodium perborate), phosphonic acid, potassium chloride, purified water, and sodium chloride

Moderate dry eye sufferers may experience irritation, redness, itching, significant burning, and mucous discharge. These symptoms may be signs of other eye conditions. Consult your eye doctor.

NDC 58768-788-15NDC 58768-788-25

GenTeal ® Lubricant Eye Gel

Active ingredients:

Hypromellose
  0.3% ........................................................... Lubricant

Inactive ingredients:

Carbopol 980, GenAqua™ (sodium perborate), phosphonic acid, purified water, sodium hydroxide, and sorbitol

Severe dry eye sufferers may experience pain, persistent redness, blurred vision, severe itching, and frequent mucous discharge. These symptoms may be signs of other eye conditions. Consult your eye doctor.

NDC 58768-790-3658768-790-35

GenTeal ® PF

Active ingredients:

Hypromellose
  0.3% ........................................................... Lubricant

Inactive ingredients:

Boric acid, calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium chloride, purified water, sodium borate, sodium chloride, and zinc sulfate

Convenient single-use containers for mild to moderate dry eye relief.

NDC 58768-789-15

Uses for GenTeal ® products:

  • Relieves dryness of the eye.
  • Temporarily relieves discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye from exposure to wind, sun, or other irritants.
  • As a protectant against further irritation.

Warnings:

Do not use if solution or gel changes color or becomes cloudy.

When using GenTeal ® Mild, GenTeal ® , and GenTeal ® Gel do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using.

When using GenTeal ® PF do not touch tip of container to any surface.

Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience any of the following: eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation, or if the conditions worsen or persist for more than 72 hours.

Directions for GenTeal ® Mild, GenTeal ® , and GenTeal ® Gel:

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

Directions for GenTeal ® PF:

To open, twist the top of the container. Apply 1 to 2 drops as needed in the affected eye(s). Discard container after use.

Other information:

  • Store between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  • Keep out of reach of children

Questions? Call 1-866-393-6336

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