CARCINOGENESIS & MUTAGENESIS & IMPAIRMENT OF FERTILITY SECTION.

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.

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY SECTION.

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.

CLINICAL STUDIES SECTION.

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.

CONTRAINDICATIONS SECTION.

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).

ADVERSE REACTIONS SECTION.

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 population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish causal relationship to drug exposure. Corneal Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Corneal Injury Due to Insensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] 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.

DESCRIPTION SECTION.

11 DESCRIPTION Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is sterile solution containing disclosing agent in combination with 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). 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.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION.

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

DOSAGE FORMS & STRENGTHS SECTION.

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is 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).

GERIATRIC USE SECTION.

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

HOW SUPPLIED SECTION.

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Fluorescein Sodium and Benoxinate Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.3%/0.4% is supplied as sterile, aqueous, topical ophthalmic solution with fill volume of mL in 6 mL amber glass bottle and black polypropylene cap with sterilized rubber dropper bulb and glass pipette. NDC 82260-734-05Storage: Store in refrigerator at 2C to 8C (36F to 46F). 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.

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION.

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

INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS SECTION.

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 USAManufactured by:Siegfried-IrvineIrvine, CA 92618 USAPatented. See https://patents.bausch.com for US patent information. (C) 2022 Bausch Lomb Incorporated or its affiliates9785200.

LACTATION SECTION.

8.2 Lactation Risk SummaryThere 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 mothers 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%.

NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY SECTION.

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.

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL.

PACKAGE/LABEL PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 82260-734-05 Fluorescein Sodiumand Benoxinate HydrochlorideOphthalmic Solution0.3%/0.4%(Sterile)FOR TOPICAL OPHTHALMIC USE Rx only5 mLBAUSCH LOMB97850000. Carton.

PEDIATRIC USE SECTION.

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.

PHARMACODYNAMICS SECTION.

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.

PREGNANCY SECTION.

8.1 Pregnancy Risk SummaryThere 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 pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION.

5.1 Corneal Toxicity Prolonged use or abuse may lead to corneal epithelial toxicity and may manifest as epithelial defects which may progress to permanent corneal damage with accompanying visual loss.

USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS SECTION.

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 8.1 Pregnancy Risk SummaryThere 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 pregnant woman only if clearly needed.. 8.2 Lactation Risk SummaryThere 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 mothers 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.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SECTION.

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Corneal Toxicity: Prolonged use or abuse may lead to corneal epithelial toxicity and manifest as epithelial defects which may progress to permanent corneal damage. 5.1) Corneal Injury: Patients should not touch the eye for approximately 20 minutes after using anesthetic as accidental injuries can occur due to insensitivity of the eye. 5.2) Corneal Toxicity: Prolonged use or abuse may lead to corneal epithelial toxicity and manifest as epithelial defects which may progress to permanent corneal damage. 5.1) Corneal Injury: Patients should not touch the eye for approximately 20 minutes after using anesthetic as accidental injuries can occur due to insensitivity of the eye. 5.2) 5.1 Corneal Toxicity Prolonged use or abuse may lead to corneal epithelial toxicity and may manifest as epithelial defects which may progress to permanent corneal damage with accompanying visual loss.. 5.2 Corneal Injury Due to Insensitivity Patients should not touch the eye for approximately 20 minutes after using this anesthetic as accidental injuries can occur due to insensitivity of the eye.