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ALTAFLUOR 4 mg/mL

Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride · SOLUTION · Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc.

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ALTAFLUOR is a solution containing fluorescein sodium and benoxinate hydrochloride at 4 mg/mL, taken ophthalmic. Manufactured by Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
ALTAFLUOR
Generic Name
Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride
NDC Code (Product)
59390-218
Manufacturer
Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Strength
4 mg/mL
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
OPHTHALMIC
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA208582
Marketing Start
03/01/2018

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

confusional state2 reports
eye pain2 reports
headache2 reports
nausea2 reports
rash2 reports
syncope2 reports
abdominal pain upper1 reports
abnormal sensation in eye1 reports
blood glucose decreased1 reports
device calibration failure1 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Altafluor Benox (fluorescein sodium and benoxinate hydrochloride ophthalmic solution) 0.25%/0.4% is indicated for ophthalmic procedures requiring a disclosing agent in combination with a topical ophthalmic anesthetic agent. Altafluor Benox (fluorescein sodium and benoxinate hydrochloride ophthalmic solution) 0.25%/0.4% is a combination disclosing agent and local ester anesthetic indicated for procedures requiring a disclosing agent in combination with a topical ophthalmic anesthetic. ( 1 )

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Instill 1 to 2 drops of Altafluor Benox in the eye as needed. Instill 1 to 2 drops topically in the eye as needed to achieve adequate anesthesia. ( 2 )

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS: Altafluor Benox is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of this product. Known hypersensitivity to any component of this product. ( 4 )

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following ocular adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Corneal Toxicity [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Corneal Injury due to Insensitivity [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] The following adverse reactions have been identified following use of fluorescein sodium and benoxinate hydrochloride ophthalmic solution 0.25% / 0.4%: ocular hyperemia, burning, stinging, eye irritation, blurred vision and punctate keratitis. Because these reactions were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. The most common ocular adverse events are: stinging, burning and conjunctival redness. ( 6 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc., at 1-800-258-2471 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ALTAFLUOR used for?

ALTAFLUOR contains Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride. It is a solution taken ophthalmic. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is ALTAFLUOR a controlled substance?

ALTAFLUOR is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for ALTAFLUOR?

The generic name for ALTAFLUOR is Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride. There are 2 other brand versions of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride.

What is the NDC code for ALTAFLUOR 4 mg/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for ALTAFLUOR 4 mg/mL is 59390-218, listed by Altaire Pharmaceuticals Inc..

Product NDC

59390-218

Package NDC

59390-218-05

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