Leader Artificial Tears 15 mL
Polyvinyl Alcohol, Povidone · Solution/ Drops · Ophthalmic
Active ingredient
Active Ingredients Polyvinyl alcohol 0.5% Povidone 0.6%
Purpose
Purposes Lubricant Lubricant
Uses
Uses for use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye for the temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye, or to exposure to wind or sun
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Do not use this product if solution changes color or becomes cloudy When using this product remove contact lens before using to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface replace cap after using. Keep container tightly closed. 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 the reach of children. if accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Do not use
Do not use this product if solution changes color or becomes cloudy
When using this product
When using this product remove contact lens before using to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface replace cap after using. Keep container tightly closed.
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 or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of the reach of children. if accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Directions
Directions instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed children under 6 years of age: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Inactive Ingredients benzalkonium chloride, dextrose, edetate disodium, potassium chloride, purified water, sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sodium phosphate dibasic, sodium phosphate monobasic
Questions?
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Label text from the FDA structured product label by Cardinal Health (revised Sep 9, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Polyvinyl Alcohol, Unspecified in 1 product
- Povidone in 1 product
Leader Artificial Tears 15 mL NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70000-0011 | Polyvinyl Alcohol, Unspecified .5 g/100mL; Povidone .6 g/100mL Solution/ Drops | Cardinal Health | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Leader Artificial Tears 15 mL recalls
- D-0416-2026 Apr 8, 2026 · Class II · Ongoing
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Frequently asked questions
What is Leader Artificial Tears 15 mL used for?
Uses for use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye for the temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye, or to exposure to wind or sun
Who makes Leader Artificial Tears 15 mL?
Leader Artificial Tears 15 mL is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Cardinal Health.
Has Leader Artificial Tears 15 mL been recalled?
The FDA enforcement database lists 1 recall for Leader Artificial Tears 15 mL, most recently D-0416-2026 (class ii): Lack of Assurance of Sterility