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About lubricant eye drops, gels and ointments

Ingredient guide for lubricant drops, gels, ointments & sprays

Compare package type and size, active ingredients, and inactive ingredients of popular brands, highlighting key features (such as lipids, sodium hyaluronate or other special ingredients) and also highlighting preservatives.

Eyedrop shopping tips

Practical tips to help narrow down the choices and figure out what will work best for you

Eye Drop Packaging Options

See pictures below table for packaging examples. Want more info? See Rebecca's video (it's about 12 minutes long) about MDPF bottles. Standard multi-dose bottle (preserved). Single-use vials, preservative-free. Multi-dose preservative-free bottle. Bi

Ointments & Gels

Last updated: May 4, 2025. If you are having a hard time finding the lubricant eye ointment of your choice due to manufacturer backorders or recalls, here is a list of the name brand ointments sold in the US that you may want to consider. Following a