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Glycerin

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 ey.

Checked against the official label · Updated

Sold without prescription in some countries Ophthalmic Safety alerts on record

How to use Glycerin

Ce que dit la notice officielle. Si un médecin vous l'a prescrit, suivez l'ordonnance. La notice de votre boîte prime si elle est différente.

Pour qui

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 to exposure to wind or sun For use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye

Comment le prendre et à quelle fréquence

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

While you are taking it

To avoid contamination do not touch tip of container to any surface Replace cap after using

Talk to a doctor first if

If solution changes color or becomes cloudy If you are sensitive to any ingredient in this product

Warnings

For external use only Do not use If solution changes color or becomes cloudy If you are sensitive to any ingredient in this product When using this product To avoid contamination do not touch tip of container to any surface Replace cap after 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 Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Effets secondaires possibles

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

How to store it

Protect from light and freezing Store at or below 77°F/25°C Keep out of reach of children.

En cas d'oubli

Prenez-le dès que vous y pensez, sauf s'il est presque l'heure de la dose suivante. Dans ce cas, sautez la dose oubliée. Ne prenez jamais deux doses à la fois pour compenser. Vérifiez votre notice, certains médicaments font exception.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-01-22.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Colirio Ojo De Aguila Eye DropsGLYCERIN .25 g/100mL, NAPHAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE .012 g/100mL · Solution/ Drops · Grandall Distributing Co., Inc.
NDC 48201-106Label
Houkea Pure Magnesium OilHYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL .5 mg/100mg · Oil · Guangzhou Houkea Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
NDC 84984-005Label
Colirio Oftal-mycinGLYCERIN .25 g/100mL, NAPHAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE .012 g/100mL · Solution/ Drops · Grandall Distributing Co., Inc.
NDC 48201-107Label
Cvs Maximum Otc Strength Hemorrhoidal With AloeGLYCERIN 144 mg/g, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 2.5 mg/g, PRAMOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg/g · Cream · CVS PHARMACY,INC
NDC 51316-203Label
Find Bichon Cleansing MaskGLYCERIN 1 g/100g · Liquid · Pioom Cosmetic Co.,ltd
NDC 70441-0005Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACSkinoRita Cream A4-100358NAFDACFressia Baby Wet Wipes (Olive Oil & Glycerine) 03-5856NAFDACNitrocontin 2.6## (strength format, wrong smpc) A4-7838

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Sterile Eye Drops Redness Relief (Glycerin 0.25%, Naphazoline HCl 0.02% Lubricant | Redness Reliever) (Relieves Dryness, Burning and Irritations), 0.5 fl oz (15 mL); a) LEADER, U.S. FDA Class II
11 Sep 2026 · K.C. Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · OngoingLack of Assurance of Sterility
Clear Eyes Redness Relief, Lubricant/Redness Reliever Eye Drops (glycerin 0.25%, naphazoline hydrochloride 0.012%) with Hang Tag, 0.5 fl oz (15mL) per dropper bottle, STERILE, DistU.S. FDA Class II
15 Sep 2026 · Insight Pharmaceuticals LLC, a Prestige Consumer Healthcare company · OngoingLack of Assurance of Sterility
Clear Eyes Redness Relief, Lubricant/Redness Reliever Eye Drops (glycerin 0.25%, naphazoline hydrochloride 0.012%) , 0.5 fl oz (15mL) per dropper bottle, STERILE, Dist. by Medtech U.S. FDA Class II
15 Sep 2026 · Insight Pharmaceuticals LLC, a Prestige Consumer Healthcare company · OngoingLack of Assurance of Sterility
Optase Dry Eye Intense Drops (Glycerin 0.2%), packaged in 0.33 fl oz, Sterile, Manufactured for Scope Health Inc., 79 Madison Ave., 8th Floor, New York, NY 10016, USA, NDC 72972-00U.S. FDA Class II
20 Apr 2026 · SCOPE HEALTH · OngoingLack of Assurance of Sterility

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

Check your pack of Glycerin

Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.

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Questions about Glycerin

What is Glycerin used for?

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 to exposure to wind or sun For use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Glycerin?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed.…

Do I need a prescription for Glycerin?

In many countries Glycerin is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Glycerin?

Glycerin is sold under names such as Soothe Lubricant Eye Drops, Chloraseptic Max Spray, Pretz, Pedia-lax Liquid Glycerin Suppositories, Minica, Sani-supp, Recticare Wipes, Regener-eyes. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Glycerin?

The official label lists: 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 Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

How should I store Glycerin?

Protect from light and freezing Store at or below 77°F/25°C

How can I check that my Glycerin is genuine?

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.

Sources

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.