Minims*
Saline
0.9% w/v Sodium Chloride
About Minims Saline
The name of this product is Minims Saline. Each Minims unit contains 0.9% w/v Sodium Chloride eye drops, solution. It also contains purified water. Each Minims unit is a sterile, single-use eye drop containing 0.5ml of solution.
Who makes Minims Saline ?
Minims Saline are manufactured by
The Marketing Authorisations for Minims Saline (PL0033/5017R and PA 118/20/1) are held by
What is it for ?
Sodium chloride solution is used to irrigate (wash out) the eyes.
Before using Minims Saline
They are no special precautions which should be taken before using this product.
Using Minims Saline
The amount of solution used should be enough to irrigate the eye properly.
If you are putting in your own drops then following these instructions carefully.
- 1. Wash hands thoroughly. Peel the overwrap apart and take out the Minims unit.
- 2. Twist off the cap.
- 3. Look upwards and gently pull down the lower eyelid.
- 4. Hold the Minims unit just above your eye and gently squeeze until some liquid falls into the gap between your eyeball and lower eyelid.
- 5. Release the lower eyelid.
- 6. Throw away the Minims unit when you have finished.
After using Minims Saline
No side effects are expected to occur following the use of these eye drops, however, if you do suddenly feel unwell after using these eye drops then contact your doctor or the
nearest casualty department.
Storing Minims Saline
- Minims Saline should be stored below 25°C and in original container to protect from light.
Do not allow it to freeze. - The expiry date is printed on each Minims unit overwrap and on the carton label. Do not use them after this date.
This leaflet applies only to Minims Saline but it does not contain all the information known about this eye drop. If you have any questions or are not sure of anything, ask your doctor
or pharmacist.
Date of Preparation : February 2002.
Date of Partial Revision : January 2004.
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