Rugby Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 0.5% Eye Drops

Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium · Solution/ Drops · Ophthalmic

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active ingredient Carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5%

Purpose

Purpose 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 Do not use if this product changes color or becomes cloudy if you are sensitive to any ingredient in this product When using this product to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using. 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Do not use

Do not use if this product changes color or becomes cloudy if you are sensitive to any ingredient in this product

When using this product

When using this product to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using.

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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

Directions instill 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients benzalkonium chloride, boric acid, calcium chloride hydrate (dihydrate), hydrochloric acid**, magnesium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium borate, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide**, water for injection **May contain these ingredients to adjust pH.

Questions?

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Label text from the FDA structured product label by Rugby Laboratories (revised Dec 30, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Rugby Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 0.5% Eye Drops NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
0536-1386Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium .5 g/100mL
Solution/ Drops
Rugby LaboratoriesOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Rugby Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 0.5% Eye Drops 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 Rugby Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 0.5% Eye Drops?

Rugby Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium 0.5% Eye Drops is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Rugby Laboratories.