Label: LUBRICANT DROPS- carboxymethylcellulose sodium solution/ drops

  • NDC Code(s): 70000-0090-1, 70000-0090-2
  • Packager: CARDINAL HEALTH 110, LLC. DBA LEADER
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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Updated September 12, 2025

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  • Active ingredient

    Carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5%

  • Purpose

    Eye lubricant

  • Uses

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    For the temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun.
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    For use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye.
  • Warnings

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    For external use only.
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    To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using.
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    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.

  • Directions

    Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed.

  • Other information

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    Use only if imprinted tape seals on top and bottom flaps are intact and clearly legible.
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    Use before expiration date marked on container.
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    Discard 90 days after opening
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    Store at 59°-86°F (15°-30°C).
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    RETAIN THIS CARTON FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
  • Inactive ingredients

    Boric acid; calcium chloride; magnesium chloride; potassium chloride; purified water; stabilized oxychloro complex; and sodium chloride. May also contain hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH.

  • .

    TAMPER EVIDENT

    Do not use if tape seals on carton top and bottom flaps are damaged or missing.

    *This product is not manufactured or distributed by Allergan, Inc., owner of the registered trademark

    Refresh Tears® Lubricant Eye Drops.

    DISTRIBUTED BY CARDINAL HEALT

    DUBLIN, OHIO 43017

    www.myleader.com 1-800-200-6313

    Made in India

    100% Money Back Guarantee

    Return to place of purchase if not satisfied.

    Code: MH/DRUGS/28-KD/283

    CIN 5698378

    REV. 2/21

    CIN 5698386

    REV. 2/21
  • Principal Display Panel

    LEADER®

    NDC 70000-0090-1

    Sterile

    Lubricant

    Eye Drops

    Carboxymethylcellulose

    Sodium, 0.5%

    Eye Lubricant

    Soothing

    Relief for Dry Eyes

    0.5 FL OZ (15 mL)

    0.5% bottle label
  • Principal Display Panel

    LEADER®

    NDC 70000-0090-1

    Sterile

    Lubricant

    Eye Drops

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, 0.5%

    Eye Lubricant

    Soothing Relief for Dry Eyes

    Actual Bottle Size on Side Panel

    COMPARE TO REFRESH TEARS® LUBRICANT EYE DROPS active ingredient*

    100% Money Back Guarantee

    0.5 FL OZ (15 mL)

    0.5% carton (1)
  • Principal Display Panel

    LEADER®

    NDC 70000-0090-2

    Sterile

    Lubricant

    Eye Drops

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, 0.5%

    Eye Lubricant

    Soothing Relief for Dry Eyes

    Actual Bottle Size on Side Panel

    COMPARE TO REFRESH TEARS® LUBRICANT EYE DROPS active ingredient*

    100% Money Back Guarantee

    2 BOTTLES, 0.5 FL OZ (15 mL) each

    0.5% carton (2)
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    LUBRICANT DROPS 
    carboxymethylcellulose sodium solution/ drops
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:70000-0090
    Route of AdministrationOPHTHALMIC
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: K679OBS311) (CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE - UNII:05JZI7B19X) CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM, UNSPECIFIED5 mg  in 1 mL
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    BORIC ACID (UNII: R57ZHV85D4)  
    CALCIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: M4I0D6VV5M)  
    MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: 02F3473H9O)  
    POTASSIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: 660YQ98I10)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SODIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: 451W47IQ8X)  
    SODIUM CHLORITE (UNII: G538EBV4VF)  
    Other Ingredients
    Ingredient KindIngredient NameQuantity
    May containHYDROCHLORIC ACID (UNII: QTT17582CB)  
    May containSODIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: 55X04QC32I)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:70000-0090-11 in 1 CARTON03/09/202111/30/2026
    115 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:70000-0090-22 in 1 CARTON03/09/202111/30/2026
    215 mL in 1 BOTTLE, DROPPER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM01803/09/202111/30/2026
    Labeler - CARDINAL HEALTH 110, LLC. DBA LEADER (063997360)
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