For doctor-directed eye care, this ophthalmic ointment offers a familiar format for temporary relief of corneal swelling.
How Sodium Chloride Helps Reduce Corneal Swelling
The hypertonic sodium chloride 5% formula helps draw excess fluid from the cornea to reduce swelling.
Doctor-Directed Eye Care in a Familiar Format
- Temporary corneal swelling relief
- 5% Sodium Chloride Ointment
- Compare to Muro 128 active ingredient
Everything you need to know
WELMATE Eye Care - 5% Sodium Chloride Ointment, 1/8 oz (Generic Muro 128)
Made for Corneal Edema: Provides temporary relief of swelling in the cornea. Hypertonic 5% Formula: Sodium chloride 5% helps draw excess fluid from the corneal tissue. Compare the Active Ingredient: Compare the active ingredient and strength to Muro 128...
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- Made for Corneal Edema: Provides temporary relief of swelling in the cornea.
- Hypertonic 5% Formula: Sodium chloride 5% helps draw excess fluid from the corneal tissue.
- Compare the Active Ingredient: Compare the active ingredient and strength to Muro 128®.
For doctor-directed eye care, this ophthalmic ointment offers a familiar format for temporary relief of corneal swelling. Sodium chloride ophthalmic ointment 5% provides temporary relief of corneal swelling in a familiar ointment format used as part of doctor-directed eye care. The compact format is easy to keep in the medicine cabinet and convenient for travel or on-the-go routines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers about choosing, using, and storing this product.
What is sodium chloride 5% ophthalmic used for?
Sodium chloride 5% ophthalmic products are used for temporary relief of corneal edema, or swelling of the cornea.
How often is sodium chloride 5% ophthalmic used?
Drug Facts commonly direct applying the eye drop or ointment every 3 to 4 hours as needed. Follow the exact directions for your dosage form.
Can sodium chloride 5% eye products cause temporary burning or irritation?
Yes. Temporary burning and irritation may occur when the product is applied.
What is the difference between sodium chloride 5% eye drops and ointment?
Both are hypertonic ophthalmic sodium chloride products, but one is a liquid drop and the other is an ointment. Application method and feel differ, so follow the directions for the specific format.
How does sodium chloride 5% compare with Muro 128?
Muro 128 products use sodium chloride 5% in ophthalmic formats. Compare the active ingredient, concentration and whether you need drops or ointment.