Systane Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: ocular lubricant [ OK-yoo-lar-LOO-bri-kant ]
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Drug class: Ophthalmic lubricants and irrigations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Dec 9, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Systane?

There are many brands and forms of ocular lubricant available and not all are listed on this leaflet.

Systane is used in adults to relieve burning, irritation, and discomfort caused by dry eyes.

Systane may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use an Systane to treat or prevent an eye infection.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use an Systane if you are allergic to it. This medicine will not treat or prevent an eye infection.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Systane if you have any type of infection in your eye.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I use Systane?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Wash your hands before using Systane.

Do not use Systane and call your pharmacist if the medicine looks cloudy or has changed color.

Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or ointment tube or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated tip can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using Systane.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Systane is used when needed. If you are on a dosing schedule, skip any missed dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of ocular lubricant is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

What should I avoid while using Systane?

Systane may cause blurred vision. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you.

Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.

Systane side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Systane and call your doctor if you have:

Common side effects of Systane may include:

• mild eye burning or irritation;

• itching or redness of your eyes;

• watery eyes;

• blurred vision; or

• sensitivity to light.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Systane?

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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Systane Ultra ophthalmic (eye): Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

How to use Systane Ultra Drops

Follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use a solution that has changed color or is cloudy. Certain brands (containing glycerin with polysorbates, among other ingredients) may have a milky appearance. This is okay as long as the solution does not change color. Some eye drops need to be shaken before use. Check the label to see if you should shake your product before using.

Usually, drops may be used as often as needed. Ointments are usually used 1 to 2 times daily as needed. If using an ointment once a day, it may be best to use it at bedtime.

To apply eye ointment/drops/gels: Wash hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or top of the ointment tube or let it touch your eye. Always replace the cap tightly after each use. Tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. For drops/gels, place the dropper directly over the eye and squeeze out 1 or 2 drops as needed. Look down and gently close your eye for 1 or 2 minutes. Place one finger at the corner of the eye near the nose and apply gentle pressure. This will prevent the medication from draining away from the eye. For an ointment, hold the tube directly over the eye and gently squeeze a small strip (one-fourth of an inch or roughly 6 millimeters) of ointment into the pouch. Release the eyelid, close the eye, and slowly roll your eye in all directions to spread the medication. Blot away any extra ointment from around the eye with a clean tissue.

If you are also using another kind of eye medication (such as drops or ointments), wait at least 5 minutes before applying other medications. Use eye drops before eye ointments to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.

If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using most kinds of eye lubricants. Ask your doctor or pharmacist when you may replace your contact lenses. There are a few types of eye lubricants (some that contain polysorbates) that can be used while wearing contact lenses. Check the package to see if you can wear your contact lenses while using your product.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse after 3 days.

Side Effects

Vision may be temporarily blurred when this product is first used. Also, minor burning/stinging/irritation may temporarily occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: eye pain, change in vision, continued eye redness/irritation.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Precautions

Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

If you have any health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

After you apply this product, your vision may become temporarily blurred. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you can do it safely.

Consult your pharmacist or physician.

Interactions

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval.

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Overdose

This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Some products contain preservatives that may damage contact lenses or cause irritation in persons with allergies. For more information, check your product package or talk with your health care professional.

This medication is usually used only as needed.

Refer to storage information printed on the package. Protect ointments from freezing. Some preservative-free drops that come in single-use vials/droppers should be discarded either immediately after use or up to 12 hours after opening. Check your product package to see when you should discard your preservative-free product. If you have any questions about storage, ask your pharmacist. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.

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This medicine is used to relieve dryness and irritation of the eyes. Common causes of dry eyes include wind, sun, heating/air conditioning, computer use/reading, and certain medications. This product may contain 1 or more of the following ingredients: carboxymethyl cellulose, dextran, glycerin, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol 400 (PEG 400). ), polysorbate, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone or propylene glycol, etc. Eye lubricants keep the eyes moist, help protect the eyes from injury and infection, and reduce the symptoms of dry eyes, such as burning, itching, and feeling like something is in the eye.

Follow all directions on the product packaging. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use a solution that has changed color or become cloudy. Some brands (containing, among others, glycerin with polysorbates) may have a milky appearance. It is normal if the solution does not change color. Some eye drops must be shaken before use. Check the label to see if the product should be shaken before use. Usually drops can be used as often as desired. Ointments are usually used 1-2 times a day as needed. If you use the ointment once a day, it is best to use it at bedtime. To apply eye ointment/drops/gels: Wash your hands first. To avoid infection, do not touch the pipette or the top of the ointment tube or let it touch your eye. Always close the lid tightly after each use. Tilt your head back, look up and lower your lower eyelid to make a pouch. For drops/gels, place the dropper directly on the eye and squeeze out 1-2 drops as needed. Look down and gently close your eye for 1-2 minutes. Place one finger at the corner of your eye near your nose and apply light pressure. This will prevent the medicine from leaking out of the eye. For ointment, hold the tube directly over the eye and gently squeeze a small strip (a quarter of an inch or about 6 millimeters) of ointment into the pouch. Release the eyelid, close the eye, and slowly roll the eye in all directions to distribute the medication. Remove excess ointment around the eyes with a clean cloth. If you are also using other eye medicines (such as drops or ointments), wait at least 5 minutes before using other medicines. Use eye drops before eye ointments to get the eye drops into your eye. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using most eye lubricants. Ask your doctor or pharmacist when you can change your contact lenses. There are several types of eye lubricants (some contain polysorbates) that can be used while wearing contact lenses. Check the packaging to see if contact lenses can be worn while using the product. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsens after 3 days.

When using this product for the first time, vision may be temporarily blurred. A slight burning/tingling/irritation may also temporarily occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist immediately. If your doctor has prescribed this medicine for you, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people who take this medicine do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: eye pain, vision changes, persistent redness/irritation of the eyes. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug. rare. However, contact your doctor immediately if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, difficulty breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. consequences. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the USA, ask your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or go to www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada, call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to this product before using it; or if you have other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients that may cause allergic reactions or other problems. For more information, contact your pharmacist. If you have any health concerns, please consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product. This product (especially ointments) may temporarily cause blurred vision immediately after it has been placed in the eye(s). Do not drive, operate machinery, or perform any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure that you can do it safely.

If you are using this product under the direction of a physician, your physician or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may monitor you for drug interactions. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before consulting your doctor or pharmacist. Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all prescription and over-the-counter/herbal products you may be using, especially: other eye medications. This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share it with your doctor and pharmacist.

This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has severe symptoms such as fainting or difficulty breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Residents of Canada can call their provincial poison control center.

Some products contain preservatives that can damage contact lenses or irritate people with allergies. For more information, check the product packaging or talk to your doctor.

This medicine is usually used only when needed.

See storage information printed on package. Protect from light and moisture. Keep ointments from freezing. Some preservative-free drops that come in disposable vials/droppers should be discarded either immediately after use or within 12 hours of opening. Check the product packaging to find out when to skip a preservative-free product. If you have questions about storage, ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. Do not flush medicines down the toilet or pour them down the drain unless directed to do so. Properly dispose of this product when it has expired or is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for information on how to safely dispose of the product.

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Systane Contacts – instructions for use, dosage, composition, analogs, side effects / Pillintrip

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as directed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not use this medicine while wearing contact lenses. Eye lubricant may contain a preservative that can discolour soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medication before inserting contact lenses.

Wash your hands before using eye drops.

Apply eye drops:

• Tilt your head back slightly and lower your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper over your eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out the drop.

• Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tilted, without blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger against the inner corner of the eye for about 1 minute to keep fluid from dripping into the tear duct.

• Use only the number of drops your doctor has prescribed. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between drops.

• Wait at least 10 minutes before using other eye drops prescribed by your doctor.

Do not use eye drops if the liquid has changed color or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicines.

Apply ointment :

• Tilt your head back slightly and lower your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the ointment with the tip pointing towards this pocket. Look up and away from the tip.

• Squeeze a strip of ointment into the lower pocket of the eyelid without touching the tip of the tube to the eye. Rinse your eyes gently and then keep them closed for 1 or 2 minutes.

• Use a cloth to wipe excess ointment from lashes.

• You may have blurry vision for a short time after opening your eyes. Avoid driving or doing anything that requires you to have clear visibility.

Do not touch the tip of the pipette or ointment. Do not place the tip directly on the eye. A contaminated dropper or tubing tip can infect your eye, which can lead to serious vision problems.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse with eye lubricant.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep bottle or tube tightly closed when not in use.

There are both specific and general uses of a drug or drug. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease for a period, or treat a disease. It can also be used to treat a specific symptom of a disease. The use of the drug depends on the form that the patient takes. It may be more useful in the form of an injection or sometimes in the form of a tablet. The drug may be used for a single alarm symptom or life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after a few days, some medications must be continued for a long period of time to benefit from them.

This medication is used to relieve dry, irritated eyes. Common causes for dry eyes include wind, sun, heating/air conditioning, computer use/reading, and certain medications.

This product may contain 1 or more of the following ingredients: carboxymethylcellulose, dextran, glycerin, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol 400 (PEG 400), polysorbate, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone or propylene glycol, and others.

Eye lubricants keep the eyes moist, help protect the eye from injury and infection, and relieve dry eye symptoms such as burning, itching, and feeling like something is in the eye.

How to use

Sistan Contacts Ophthalmic

Follow all directions on the product packaging. If you are unsure of any information, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use a solution that has changed color or is cloudy. Some brands (those containing glycerin with polysorbates, among other ingredients) may have a milky appearance. It is normal if the solution does not change color. Some eye drops need to be shaken before use. Check the label to see if you should shake the product before use.

Usually the drops can be used as often as needed. Ointments are usually used 1 to 2 times a day as needed. When using the ointment once a day, it is best to use it at bedtime.

To apply ophthalmic ointment / drops / gels: wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or top of the ointment or let it touch your eye. Always replace cap tightly after each use. Tilt your head back, look up and lower your lower eyelid to make a bag. For drops/gels, place the dropper directly in the eye and squeeze out 1 or 2 drops as needed. Look down and gently close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes. Place one finger in the corner of the eye near the nose and apply light pressure. This will prevent the medicine from running out of the eyes. For ointment, hold the tube directly over the eye and gently squeeze a small strip (one-quarter of an inch or about 6 millimeters) of ointment into the bag. Release the eyelid, close the eye, and slowly roll the eye in all directions to distribute the medicine. Smear any extra ointment around the eye with a clean cloth.

If you are also using other types of eye medicines (eg drops or ointments), wait at least 5 minutes before using other medicines. Use eye drops before eye swabs to get the eye drops into the eye.

If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using most eye lubricants. Ask your doctor or pharmacist when you can change your contact lenses. There are several types of eye lubricants (some containing polysorbates) that can be used while wearing contact lenses.