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Sodium Chloride (Ophthalmic route)
SOE-dee-um KLOR-ideBrand Name(s)
In the US: AK-NaCl, Muro-128, OcuFresh, Sochlor
In Canada: Cordema, Eye Wash, In A Wink Daily Cleaner, In A Wink Neutralizing Rinse
Dosage forms
Solution OintmentClassifications
Therapeutic: Osmotherapy Agent
Uses of This Medicine
Hypertonic sodium chloride solution for the eye is used to draw water out of a swollen cornea. The extra water in the cornea can cause your vision to be poor. You may also see halos or rings around point light sources. The cornea is the clear cover over the colored part of your eye.
This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Before Using This Medicine
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
