Drug Reference
Carboxymethylcellulose
OTC
Fact box
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand names
Eyes Alive LubricatingTheraTears
Available as
0.166 MG/MG5 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution0.01 MG/MG · Ophthalmic Gel7 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution2.5 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution10 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution6 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution3 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution0.0025 MG/MG · Ophthalmic Gel
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Uses For the temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye. For the temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye or from exposure to wind and sun. For use as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye.
How to use / dosing
Directions To open, twist tab completely off. Instill 1 or 2 drops into affected eye(s) as needed and discard container.
Safety advice
Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.
PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings For use in the eyes only. Do not use if solution changes color or becomes cloudy. When using this product ■ do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination. ■ do not reuse; once opened discard. Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye. ■ the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
- COLGATE MAX FRESH COCONUT PINEAPPLE (SODIUM FLUORIDE) GEL, DENTIFRICE [COLGATE-PALMOLIVE COMPANY]
- RETAINE CMC (CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM) SOLUTION/ DROPS [OCUSOFT LLC]
- DR KIDS ALLERGY RELIEF (DIPHENHYDRAMINE HCL) SOLUTION [CALMCO LLC]
- DR KIDS PAIN AND FEVER (ACETAMINOPHEN) SOLUTION [CALMCO LLC]
- DR KIDS COUGH AND CHEST CONGESTION (DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, GUAIFENESIN) SOLUTION [CALMCO LLC]
Authoritative sources
Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.