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 e.
From the official label (Jan 2026). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.
What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.
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.
■ do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination. ■ do not reuse; once opened discard.
if solution changes color or becomes cloudy.
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.
■ 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.
Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.
Products with Carboxymethylcellulose as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.
Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.
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. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: To open, twist tab completely off. Instill 1 or 2 drops into affected eye(s) as needed and discard container.…
In many countries Carboxymethylcellulose is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
Carboxymethylcellulose is sold under names such as Eyes Alive Lubricating, Theratears, Theratears Dry And Tired. Brand names differ between countries.
The official label lists: ■ you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye. ■ the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.
This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.