What is Muro 128: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan. 13, 2021  •  Published Dec. 30, 2020

Muro 128 overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Muro-128, Sochlor, Eye Care, OcuFresh Eye Wash

Generic Names:

  • Sodium Chloride (Hypertonic)

Uses:

  • Used to relieve swollen cornea.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Eye Wash, Osmotherapy Agent

Forms:

  • Liquid, Ointment, Drop

How it’s taken:

  • Into the eye

What form(s) does Muro 128 come in

  • Liquid

  • Ointment

  • Drop

What are common Muro 128 doses?

  • Bottle 15ML of 2%

  • Bottle 15ML of 5%

  • Bottle 30ML of 5%

  • Tube 3.5GM of 5%

Common Muro 128 prescriptions

  • Muro 128
    15ml of 2% bottle

  • Muro 128
    15ml of 5% bottle

  • Muro 128
    3.5gm of 5% tube

  • Muro 128
    3.5gm of 5% tube of ointment

How to take Muro 128

  • Ophthalmic routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

  • Ophthalmic routeTo use the ointment: Hold the tip of the tube close to your eye with the other hand. Avoid touching the tip of the tube to your eye or finger. Squeeze a ribbon of ointment into the pocket between your lower lid and eyeball. Close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes. Wipe the tip with a clean tissue and close the tube tightly. Keep the tube tightly closed when you are not using it.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Ophthalmic routeTo use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Ophthalmic routeTo use the ointment: Hold the tip of the tube close to your eye with the other hand. Avoid touching the tip of the tube to your eye or finger. Squeeze a ribbon of ointment into the pocket between your lower lid and eyeball. Close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes. Wipe the tip with a clean tissue and close the tube tightly. Keep the tube tightly closed when you are not using it.

  • Ophthalmic routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Ophthalmic routeTo use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Muro 128 contraindications

  • This medicine is generally considered safe for most people. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.

Muro 128 warnings

  • Ophthalmic routeIf you hurt your eye, develop an eye infection, or need to have eye surgery, talk with your doctor right away. You may need to change your medicine or stop using it.

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have other eye problems.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

Muro 128 side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Changes in vision, eye pain, continued redness of the eye

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Temporary burning and irritation of the eye