Drug Reference
Polyethylene Glycol 400
OTC
Fact box
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand names
Blink Tears
Available as
2 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution10 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution4 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution2.5 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution0.004 MG/MG · Ophthalmic Gel1 MG/ML · Ophthalmic Solution
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Uses for protection against further irritation for temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye
How to use / dosing
Directions instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed
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.
PregnancyConsult your doctor
…or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.…
BreastfeedingConsult your doctor
…condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.…
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 external use only Do not use this product if solution changes color or becomes cloudy When using this product to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using. remove contact lenses before using Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain changes in vision continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
- ROYCEDERM ANTIFUNGAL .SPRAY. (CLOTRIMAZOLE 1%) SPRAY [ROYCEDERM LLC]
- METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET, FILM COATED [AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED]
- DOVE (DOVE MEN PLUS CARE COOL FRESH 72H ANTIPERSPIRANT) STICK [CONOPCO INC. D/B/A/ UNILEVER]
- PAROXETINE (PAROXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE) TABLET, FILM COATED [NORTHSTAR RX LLC]
- LORAZEPAM INJECTION, SOLUTION [HOSPIRA, INC.]
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.