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Mineral oil, light

Uses for the temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun may be used as a protectant against further irritation

Drug Facts

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Drug facts

Used for
  • temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye
  • temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye or to exposure to wind or sun
  • as a protectant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye
How to take it
  • remove contact lenses before use
  • shake well before using
  • to open, completely twist off tab
Do not take if
  • if solution changes color
  • if single-unit dispenser is not intact

What it is used for

  • temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye
  • temporary relief of discomfort due to minor irritations of the eye or to exposure to wind or sun
  • as a protectant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye

How to take it

  • remove contact lenses before use
  • shake well before using
  • to open, completely twist off tab
  • instill 1 to 2 drop(s) in the affected eye(s) as needed or as directed by your doctor

While you are taking it

  • do not touch the tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination
  • once opened, discard
  • do not reuse

Side effects, and when to stop

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

Who should not take it

  • if solution changes color
  • if single-unit dispenser is not intact

Warnings

For external use only

Keeping it away from children

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

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Mineral oil, light; [reviewed 2026 Aug 3; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/mineral-oil-light

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 3). Mineral oil, light. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/mineral-oil-light

AMA 11th

Mineral oil, light. sofidex. Reviewed August 3, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/mineral-oil-light

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