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OTC Ophthalmics

Muro 128 5% Ointment

Muro 128® Ointment

Recommend Muro 128 ointment for nighttime use (to be applied either every 3 to 4 hours, or as directed).  Follow-up with Muro 128 solution for daytime use; it contains no mercurial compounds such as Thimerosal.

Patients can enjoy the convenience and savings of the economical ointment twin pack (2 x 1/8 oz. tubes).

Key Features & Benefits

  • Reduces corneal edema and associated symptoms
  • Preservative-free formulation
  • Products available for both day and nighttime therapy
  • Economic purchase options

Contents

Active Ingredient

  • Sodium chloride 5% - (Hypertonicity agent)

Inactive Ingredients

  • lanolin
  • mineral oil
  • purified water
  • white petrolatum

Uses

  • temporary relief of corneal edema

Warnings

Do not use

  • except under the advice and supervision of a doctor

When using this product

  • it may cause temporary burning and irritation
  • replace cap after use
  • to avoid contamination do not touch tip of container to any surface

Stop use and ask doctor if

  • condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours
  • you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye

Keep out of the reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

  • pull down the lower lid of the affected eye
  • apply a small amount (1/4 inch) of ointment to the inside of eyelid
  • apply ever 3 or 4 hours or as directed by a doctor

Other Information

  • store upright at 15°–30°C (59°–86°F)
  • keep tightly closed
  • do not freeze
  • see crimp of tube or carton for Lot Number and Expiration Date
  • serious side effects may be reported to 1-800-323-0000

Package Size

  • 2 x 1/8 OZ. (3.5 g)