Altalube
Mineral oil and petrolatum · Ointment · Ophthalmic
Active ingredient
Active ingredients Mineral Oil 15% and White Petrolatum 85%
Purpose
Purpose Eye Lubricant
Uses
Uses
• as a lubricant to prevent further irritation
• to relieve dryness of the eye(s).
Warnings
Warnings
• Save box for complete information.
• For use in the eyes only. When using this product
• avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface.
• replace cap after each use. Stop use and ask a doctor if
• you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye.
• 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.
When using this product
When using this product
• avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface.
• replace cap after each use.
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.
• 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 and apply a small amount (one-fourth inch) of ointment to the inside of the eyelid every 3-4 hours or as directed by a doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingredients None remove
Questions?
Questions or comments?
• (631) 722-5988
• 9AM – 5 PM EST Monday- Friday
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc. (revised Dec 9, 2023). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Mineral Oil in 1 product
- Petrolatum in 1 product
Altalube NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59390-198 | Mineral Oil 150 mg/g; Petrolatum 850 mg/g Ointment | Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Altalube recalls
- D-0418-2020 Nov 27, 2019 · Class II · Completed
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Frequently asked questions
What is Altalube used for?
Uses • as a lubricant to prevent further irritation • to relieve dryness of the eye(s).
Who makes Altalube?
Altalube is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc..
Has Altalube been recalled?
The FDA enforcement database lists 1 recall for Altalube, most recently D-0418-2020 (class ii): Lack of Assurance of Sterility