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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.
First product
vsREFRESH PLUS
Second product
THERATEARS LUBRICANT EYE DROPS
This comparison shows regulatory facts from Health Canada. It does not determine whether these products are interchangeable — ask your pharmacist before switching.
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| REFRESH PLUS | THERATEARS LUBRICANT EYE DROPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ABBVIE CORPORATION | MEDTECH PRODUCTS INC |
| Active ingredient | CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM | CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUM |
| Strength | 0.5% | 0.25% |
| Dosage form | Drops | Solution |
| Route | Ophthalmic | Ophthalmic |
| Health Canada status | Marketed | Marketed |
| Shortage status | No current shortage | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | None on file | None on file |
Same active ingredientDifferent strengthDifferent dosage formSame route