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Polyethylene glycol 400

Uses for protection against further irritation for temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye

Drug Facts

Selected manufacturer label information, organised into consistent sections by Sofidex. Read the full label at DailyMed ↗

Drug facts

Used for
  • for the temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun
  • for use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye
  • for use as a lubricant to prevent further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye
How to take it
  • shake well before use.
  • instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed or as directed by your eye care professional.

What it is used for

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

How to take it

  • shake well before use.
  • instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed or as directed by your eye care professional.

Side effects, and when to stop

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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

Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

  • if product changes color

When using this product

  • to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface
  • replace cap after each use

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of the reach of children.

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

Active Ingredient

Polyethylene glycol 400 0.25%

Other Information

  • Store at 15-25 °C (59-77 °F)
  • RETAIN THIS CARTON FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Polyethylene glycol 400; [reviewed 2026 Aug 2; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/polyethylene-glycol-400

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 2). Polyethylene glycol 400. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/polyethylene-glycol-400

AMA 11th

Polyethylene glycol 400. sofidex. Reviewed August 2, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/polyethylene-glycol-400

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