Boric Acid / Oleate
Boric Acid/Oleate is a multi-ingredient ophthalmic solution used primarily for eye irrigation and cleansing. It combines the mild antiseptic properties of boric acid with the cleansing action of oleate (a fatty acid salt) to help cleanse the eye and relieve minor irritations. This medication is commonly used for eye washing procedures and as an adjunct in managing various eye conditions requiring mechanical cleansing of the ocular surface.
An ophthalmic eye wash solution combining boric acid and oleate for cleansing and mild antiseptic action to relieve minor eye irritations.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1008088
- Generic
- Boric Acid / Oleate
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used for eye irrigation and cleansing; helps relieve minor eye irritations, removes debris and foreign particles from the eye surface, and may be used as adjunctive treatment in various ocular conditions requiring mechanical cleansing.
Boric acid provides mild antiseptic and buffering properties, while oleate acts as a surfactant to help cleanse and remove debris, oils, and other accumulations from the ocular surface.
For ophthalmic use only; avoid contamination of the solution by not touching the dropper tip to any surface including the eye; discontinue use if irritation worsens or persists; not suitable for certain types of eye conditions—consult a healthcare professional for appropriate use.
Official drug label
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