Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent
Sodium Chloride · Ointment · Ophthalmic
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Sodium Chloride, 50 mg (5%)
Purpose
Purpose Hypertonicity Agent
Uses
Use
• For the temporary relief of corneal edema.
Warnings
Warnings
• For use in the eye s only.
• Retain carton for full product drug facts. Do not use this product except under the advice and supervision of a doctor. When using this product
• avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface.
• replace cap after each use.
• this product may cause temporary burning and irritation on being instilled into the eye. 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 THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN . If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Do not use
Do not use this product except under the advice and supervision of a doctor.
When using this product
When using this product
• avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface.
• replace cap after each use.
• this product may cause temporary burning and irritation on being instilled into the eye.
Stop use and ask a doctor
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
KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN . If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions
• pull down lower lid of the affected eye(s), apply a small amount (1/4 inch) to the inside of eyelid and apply every 3-4 hours, or as directed by a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients Lanolin Alcohol, Mineral Oil, Water for Injection and White Petrolatum.
Questions?
Questions or comments ?
• 1- 800-258-2471
• 9 AM-5 PM EST Monday – Friday TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SEALS ON SIDE FLAPS ARE NOT INTACT AND COMPLETELY LEGIBLE. Mfd. by: ™ALTAIRE Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Aquebogue, N.Y. 11931
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc. (revised Mar 18, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Sodium Chloride in 1 product
Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59390-184 | Sodium Chloride 50 mg/g Ointment | Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent recalls
- D-0416-2020 Nov 27, 2019 · Class II · Completed
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Frequently asked questions
What is Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent used for?
Use • For the temporary relief of corneal edema.
Who makes Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent?
Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc..
Has Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent been recalled?
The FDA enforcement database lists 1 recall for Altachlore Sodium Chloride Hypertonicity Ophthalmic 5 Percent, most recently D-0416-2020 (class ii): Lack of Assurance of Sterility