DrugInserts.com: Trustworthy FDA Drug Information

Over the Counter Medications

Package Insert and Label Information: BION TEARS

By Alcon Laboratories, Inc. | Last revised: 20 January 2009

BION TEARS — dextran 70 and hypromellose 2910 (4000 mpa.s) solution/ drops
Alcon Laboratories, Inc.

Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.

carton

OTC — ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Dextran 70 0.1%
Hypromellose 2910 0.3%

OTC — PURPOSE SECTION

Lubricant

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

  • For use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye.

WARNINGS SECTION

For external use only

OTC — DO NOT USE SECTION

  • if this solution changes color or becomes cloudy.
  • if you are sensitive to any ingredient in this product.

OTC — WHEN USING SECTION

  • To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface.
  • Do not touch unit-dose tip to eye.
  • Do not reuse. Once opened, discard.

OTC — STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF YOU EXPERIENCE

  • eye pain
  • changes in vision
  • continued redness
  • irritation of the eye
  • symptoms worsening or persisting for more than 72 hours

OTC — KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

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

OTHER INFORMATION

Store at room temperature.

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium chloride, purified water, sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, zinc chloride, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide and/or carbon dioxide to adjust pH.

OTC — QUESTIONS SECTION

In the U.S. call 1-800-757-9195
www.tearsnaturale.com

DIRECTIONS (HOW TO USE)

Make sure container is intact before use. To open, COMPLETELY TWIST OFF TAB. Do not pull off.
Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed.
Throw away container. Do not reuse. Once opened, discard. All four containers within a pouch must be used within four days of opening the pouch.
Tamper Evident: Containers are sealed in a protective foil pouch. Use only if foil pouch is undamaged at time of purchase.

BION® TEARS Lubricant Eye Drops is an advanced tear substitute especially formulated and packaged for persistent dry eye conditions requiring frequent therapy.

MONEY BACK GUARANTEED

To fully assess comfort, a 3 to 4-week trial of BION® TEARS is recommended when switching from another brand of lubricant eye drops. If, however, you are not satisfied with the comfort BION® TEARS provides, we ask that you send the unused portion of the product and the sales receipt, with a brief description of why you were dissatisfied, to QA/Consumer Affairs, Alcon Laboratories, Fort Worth, TX 76134-2099.
You will receive a full refund within 6 to 8 weeks.
U.S. Patent No. 5,403,598
© 2003, 2005, 2006, 2009 Alcon, Inc.
Manufactured for:
Alcon®
Alcon Laboratories, Inc.
Fort Worth, TX 76134-2099
Made in France
9001814-0109
419197

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Severe Dry Eye
Preservative-Free
BION®
TEARS
LUBRICANT EYE DROPS
28 Single-Use Vials
0.4 mL (0.015 FL OZ) Each
STERILEAlcon®

carton
(click image for full-size original)
BION TEARS dextran, hypromellose solution/ drops
Product Information
Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG Item Code (Source) NDC:0065-0419
Route of Administration OPHTHALMIC DEA Schedule
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
Dextran 70 (Dextran 70) Dextran 70 1 mg in 1 mL
Hypromellose 2910 (4000 Mpa.s) (Hypromelloses) Hypromellose 2910 (4000 Mpa.s) 3 mg in 1 mL
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name Strength
Calcium Chloride
Magnesium Chloride
Potassium Chloride
Water
Sodium Bicarbonate
Sodium Chloride
Zinc Chloride
Hydrochloric Acid
Sodium Hydroxide
Carbon Dioxide
Packaging
# Item Code Package Description Multilevel Packaging
1 NDC:0065-0419-28 28 VIAL (VIAL) in 1 CARTON contains a VIAL
1 .4 mL in 1 VIAL This package is contained within the CARTON (0065-0419-28)
Marketing Information
Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
OTC monograph final part349 10/19/1992
Labeler — Alcon Laboratories, Inc. (008018525)
Registrant — Alcon Laboratories, Inc. (008018525)
Establishment
Name Address ID/FEI Operations
Laboratories Alcon S.A. 501958300 MANUFACTURE

Revised: 01/2009 Alcon Laboratories, Inc.