Refresh Optive
carboxymethylcellulose sodium and glycerin · Solution/ Drops · Ophthalmic
Active ingredient
Active ingredients Carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5% Glycerin 0.9%
Purpose
Purpose Eye lubricant Eye lubricant
Uses
Uses For the temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun. May be used as a protectant against further irritation.
Warnings
Warnings For external use only. To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Do not reuse. Once opened, discard. Do not touch unit-dose tip to eye . If solution changes color or becomes cloudy , do not use. 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.
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 reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions To open, TWIST AND PULL TAB TO REMOVE. Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed and discard container. *Follow your eye doctor’s instructions if you are using this product after an eye surgery (e.g., LASIK) to relieve eye dryness and discomfort.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients Boric acid; calcium chloride dihydrate; erythritol; levocarnitine; magnesium chloride hexahydrate; potassium chloride; purified water; sodium borate decahydrate; and sodium citrate dihydrate.
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1.800.678.1605 refresh eyedrops .com v2.0DFL3416 Phone
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Allergan, Inc. (revised Aug 22, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium in 2 products
- Glycerin in 2 products
Refresh Optive NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0023-3240 | Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 5 mg/mL; Glycerin 9 mg/mL Solution/ Drops | Allergan, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0023-3416 | Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 5 mg/mL; Glycerin 9 mg/mL Solution/ Drops | Allergan, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Refresh Optive used for?
Uses For the temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun. May be used as a protectant against further irritation.
Who makes Refresh Optive?
Refresh Optive is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Allergan, Inc..