Bausch & Lomb LACRISERT User Manual

Prep Rinse the soft and flexible applicator with hot water. Shake off the excess. Pick up LACRISERT

(hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic insert) by lightly touching it with the grooved tip of the applicator.

3 Simple Steps for Placement

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1

Pocket

Gently grasp the outer corner

of the lower eyelid between your

thumb and index finger and pull

out to create a “pocket”.

2

Place

Place LACRISERT® by gently

brushing it on the inside

of the “pocket”.

Application Tips

• Add a drop or two of artificial tears
after placement to expedite softening

• Put contact lens in first, then place
LACRISERT

• If using makeup, put makeup on first, then
place LACRISERT

• LACRISERT® may be used at night or in the morning

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Lacrisert is soluble,
and begins to soften.

3

Pull up and over

Pull the lower lid up and over

the LACRISERT®, then release.

Allow LACRISERT® to settle

comfortably in the “pocket”.

As Lacrisert dissovles
throughout the day, it
provides continuous
lubrication and
protection.

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Slow-release Artificial Tear

for Continuous Lubrication

Once a Day*2

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Please see Important Safety Information on back.

Indications and Usage

Incorrect Placement

LACRISERT® shouldn’t touch the
white part of the eye or be visible
on the rim of the lower lid.

Correct Placement

LACRISERT
pink part under the lower eyelid.

When placed correctly, it should
be completely out of sight and
feel comfortable. LACRISERT®

acts like a slow release artificial
tear to help provide ongoing
lubrication and protection.

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should rest in the

LACRISERT® (hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic insert)
is indicated in patients with moderate to severe dry eye
syndromes, including keratoconjunctivitis sicca. LACRISERT®
is indicated especially in patients who remain symptomatic
after an adequate trial of therapy with artificial tear
solutions. LACRISERT® is also indicated for patients with
exposure keratitis, decreased corneal sensitivity, and
recurrent corneal erosions.

Important Safety Information

• LACRISERT® (hydroxypropyl cellulose ophthalmic insert)

is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to
hydroxypropyl cellulose.

• Instructions for inserting and removing LACRISERT®

should be carefully followed.

• If improperly placed, LACRISERT® may result in corneal

abrasion. Because LACRISERT® may cause transient
blurred vision, patients should be instructed to exercise
caution when driving or operating machinery.

• The following adverse reactions have been reported,

but were in most instances mild and temporary: transient
blurring of vision, ocular discomfort or irritation, matting
or stickiness of eyelashes, photophobia, hypersensitivity,
eyelid edema, and hyperemia.

References: 1. Lamberts DW, Langston DP, Chu W. A clinical study of slow-releasing artificial tears.
Ophthalmology. 1978;85(8):794-800. 2. LACRISERT package insert [Aton Pharma, Madison NJ].

3. Katz IM, Blackman WM. A soluble-sustained release ophthalmic delivery unit. Am J Ophthalmol.

1977;5(8):728-734. 4. Breslin CW, Katz J, Kaufman HE, Katz I. Slow release artificial tears. In:Leopold
IH, Burns RF, eds. Symposium on ocular therapy. New York: Wiley, 1977;10:77-83. 5. Hovding G,

Aasved H. Slow-release artificial tears (SRAT) in dry eye disease. Acta Ophthalmol (Kbh). 1981;59:842-6.

Please see Prescribing Information that accompanies your prescription.

* In most patients, one LACRISERT® placed into each eye, once daily, is effective in providing

all-day symptom relief. Some patients may require twice-daily use for optimal results.

Lacrisert is a trademark of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International or its affiliates.
Bausch + Lomb is a trademark of Bausch & Lomb Incorporated or its affiliates.
©2014 Bausch & Lomb Incorporated.

You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription
drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call
1-800-FDA-1088.

Please see accompanying full Prescribing Information,
including Instructions for Use.

For more information
on LACRISERT®, plus
FREE samples and
coupons, go to
www.LACRISERT.com

Slow-release Artificial Tear

for Continuous Lubrication

Once a Day*2

US/LAC/14/0004

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