Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious 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, 0.3%/0.4%: ocular hyperemia, burning, stinging, eye irritation, blurred vision and punctate keratitis. Because these reactions are 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 Bausch & Lomb Incorporated at 1-800-553-5340 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of this product. Known hypersensitivity to any component of this product. ( 4 )

11 DESCRIPTION Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is a sterile solution containing a disclosing agent in combination with a short-acting ester anesthetic for topical ophthalmic use. Fluorescein sodium is represented by the following structural formula: Chemical Name: 3’,6’ Dihydroxy-3H-spiro[isobenzofuran-1,9-xanthen]-3-one disodium salt. Benoxinate hydrochloride is represented by the following structural formula: Chemical Name: 2-(Diethylamino) ethyl 4-amino-3-butoxybenzoate hydrochloride. Each mL of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 0.3%/0.4% contains: • Active ingredients: fluorescein sodium 2.6 mg (0.3%) equivalent to fluorescein 2.3 mg (0.2%), benoxinate hydrochloride 4.4 mg (0.4%) equivalent to benoxinate 3.9 mg (0.4%) • Preservative: chlorobutanol 12.6 mg (1.3%) • Inactive ingredients: povidone, hydrochloric acid, boric acid, water for injection. Hydrochloric acid may be added to adjust pH (4.3 – 5.3). ChemFluorescein ChemBenoxinate

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

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is indicated for ophthalmic procedures in adult and pediatric patients requiring a disclosing agent in combination with a topical ophthalmic anesthetic agent. Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is a combination of fluorescein sodium, a disclosing agent and benoxinate hydrochloride, a local ester anesthetic indicated for procedures in adult and pediatric patients requiring a disclosing agent in combination with a topical ophthalmic anesthetic. ( 1 )

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12.2 Pharmacodynamics Maximal corneal anesthesia usually occurs in about 5-45 seconds and lasts about 20 minutes after single administration. The anesthetic effect may be extended by subsequent administration 10-20 minutes after the last administration.

12.2 Pharmacodynamics Maximal corneal anesthesia usually occurs in about 5-45 seconds and lasts about 20 minutes after single administration. The anesthetic effect may be extended by subsequent administration 10-20 minutes after the last administration.

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is a yellow to orange-red ophthalmic solution containing fluorescein sodium 2.6 mg/mL (0.3%) and benoxinate hydrochloride 4.4 mg/mL (0.4%). Ophthalmic solution containing fluorescein sodium 2.6 mg/mL (0.3%) and benoxinate hydrochloride 4.4 mg/mL (0.4%). ( 3 )

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13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility Studies to evaluate the mutagenic or carcinogenic potential of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% have not been conducted. Studies to evaluate impairment of fertility have not been conducted.

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY 13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility Studies to evaluate the mutagenic or carcinogenic potential of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% have not been conducted. Studies to evaluate impairment of fertility have not been conducted.

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Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride

Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride

82260-734

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG

OPHTHALMIC

PACKAGE/LABEL PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 82260-734-05 Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 0.3%/0.4% (Sterile) FOR TOPICAL OPHTHALMIC USE Rx only 5 mL BAUSCH + LOMB 97850000 Carton

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Accidental Injury Precaution Advise patients not to touch their eyes for approximately 20 minutes after application. Their eyes will be insensitive due to the effect of the anesthetic, and care should be taken to avoid accidental injuries. Distributed by: Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA Manufactured by: Siegfried-Irvine Irvine, CA 92618 USA Patented. See https://patents.bausch.com for US patent information. © 2022 Bausch & Lomb Incorporated or its affiliates 9785200

14 CLINICAL STUDIES Controlled clinical studies in adults and pediatric patients have demonstrated that topical administration of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% enables visualization and corneal anesthesia sufficient to enable applanation tonometry, tear fluid dynamics evaluation and short conjunctival and corneal procedures. Maximal corneal anesthesia usually occurs in about 5-45 seconds and lasts about 20 minutes after single administration.

8.5 Geriatric Use No overall differences in safety or effectiveness have been observed between elderly and younger patients.

8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% have been established for pediatric patients. Use of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is supported in pediatric patients by evidence from adequate and well controlled studies.

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on the use of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% in pregnant women to inform any drug associated risk. Adequate animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with fluorescein sodium and/or benoxinate hydrochloride. Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on the use of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% in pregnant women to inform any drug associated risk. Adequate animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with fluorescein sodium and/or benoxinate hydrochloride. Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of fluorescein sodium or benoxinate hydrochloride in human milk after ocular administration of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4%, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered, along with the mother’s clinical need for Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4%, and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4%. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% have been established for pediatric patients. Use of Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is supported in pediatric patients by evidence from adequate and well controlled studies. 8.5 Geriatric Use No overall differences in safety or effectiveness have been observed between elderly and younger patients.

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is supplied as a sterile, aqueous, topical ophthalmic solution with a fill volume of 5 mL in a 6 mL amber glass bottle and a black polypropylene cap with a sterilized rubber dropper bulb and glass pipette. NDC 82260-734-05 Storage: Store in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). Protect from light. After opening, can be stored up to one month if stored at room temperature or until the expiration date on the bottle if stored in refrigerated conditions. Keep tightly closed.