Refresh Optive Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, Glycerin 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL Solution/ Drops, 60 vials — NDC 0023-3416-60 (Billing 00023-3416-60)
This is a package of 60 vials of Refresh Optive Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, Glycerin 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL Solution/ Drops from Allergan, Inc., marketed since Aug 2008 and currently FDA-listed.
NDC database record
One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 0023-3416-60 alone.
- Record
- FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
- Code segments
- 0023 labeler · 3416 product · 60 package
- Package marketed since
- Aug 22, 2008
- Sample package
- No — commercial package
- Listing certified through
- Dec 31, 2027
- Billing quantity
- 60 EA per package
- Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
- 3 0023341660 0
- Medicaid fills, this package
- 11,522 prescriptions in the last four reported quarters
- FDA record last changed
- Jul 24, 2026
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
Drug-database identifiers Medi-Span GPI and First Databank GCN / HICL / AHFS classification
- GSN (GCN sequence number): 064505
- GCN: 14449
- GPI-14 (Medi-Span): 86209902122012
- HICL (First Databank): 035927
- AHFS class code: 52:92.00.00
- RxCUI (RxNorm): 1100650
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 5, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
Clinical
Refresh Optive is an over-the-counter eye drop solution containing carboxymethylcellulose sodium and glycerin. Both ingredients function as lubricants and are typically used to help soothe and moisten dry eyes. Carboxymethylcellulose sodium is a thickening agent that helps the drops stay on the eye surface longer, while glycerin adds moisture and protective coating. This product is an OTC monograph drug, meaning it follows FDA's standard rules for over-the-counter lubricating eye drops.
Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
Where does this data come from?
- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 5, 2026
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Pricing
A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.
| Price system | Per mL | Per package |
|---|---|---|
| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | $1.05 | $25.22 / 24 ml |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · through Q1 2026
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Per unit | Per pack | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00023-3416-05 0023-3416-05 | 5 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON / .4 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE Sample | — | — | 2008-08-22 | — | Active |
| 00023-3416-30 0023-3416-30 Main listing | 30 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON / .4 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE | $0.3420 / ea | $10.26 | 2008-08-22 | — | Active |
| 00023-3416-60 You're viewing this | 60 VIAL, SINGLE-USE in 1 CARTON / .4 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE | — | — | 2008-08-22 | — | Active |
This pack accounts for about 20% of this product's recent Medicaid fills; most go to a different pack size. See all packs ↓
Pack size FAQ
What quantity is in this package?
How does this package differ from NDC 00023-3416-05?
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Refresh Optive Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium, Glycerin 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL Solution/ Drops?
Prices are the latest CMS NADAC pharmacy acquisition cost per NDC; per-pack figures are per-unit × pack quantity, shown only when the pack is denominated in the same measure NADAC prices.
Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh RELIEVA PF 5 mg/mL; 10 mg/mL 00023-4515-30 | Allergan, | 30 vials | $0.453 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Refresh Tears Pf 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL 00023-3110-10 | Allergan, | 1 bottle | $1.254 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Refresh Relieva PF Xtra 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL 00023-3782-10 | Allergan, | 1 bottle | $1.254 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Refresh Optive 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL 00023-3240-01 | Allergan, | 2 bottles | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| Refresh Optive 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mLthis 00023-3416-60 | Allergan, | 60 vials | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Refresh Relieva 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL 00023-6630-03 | Allergan, | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Refresh Relieva Preservative Free 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL 00023-6634-01 | Allergan, | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Equate Lubricant Eye Drops .5 g/100mL; .9 g/100mL 11716-0365-05 | Hanlim | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Medics Choice Fresh and Soothe 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL 55651-0200-01 | KC | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Medics Choice Fresh and Soothe 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL 73669-0200-01 | Unimed | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Equate Optimal Hydration Lubricant Eye Drops .5 g/100mL; .9 g/100mL 79903-0258-05 | Walmart, | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Equate Lubricant Eye Drops .5 g/100mL; .9 g/100mL 79903-0365-05 | Walmart | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
Where does this data come from?
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
Inactive Ingredients / Excipients
Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.
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Boric acid is a weak acid derived from boron. In medicines, it typically serves as a buffer to help maintain the product's pH level and may act as a preservative in certain formulations.
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Calcium chloride is a salt compound that acts as a firming agent and source of calcium ions in medications. It's used in formulations to help maintain tablet structure, improve texture, or serve as a buffering agent.
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Erythritol is a sugar alcohol derived from fermented fruits or grains. It's used as a sweetener and bulking agent in medicines to improve taste without adding significant calories.
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Levocarnitine is an amino acid derivative that helps transport fatty acids in cells. In medications, it serves as an active nutritional component rather than a typical inactive binder or filler.
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A mineral salt used in medications as a source of magnesium. It helps bind ingredients together, improve texture, and maintain the product's stability during storage.
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Potassium chloride is a mineral salt used in medicines as a buffer and to help maintain the proper pH balance and stability of the formulation during storage and use.
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Sodium borate is an inorganic salt compound used in medicines as a buffer to help maintain a stable pH level, and sometimes as a mild preservative or cleansing agent in topical formulations.
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A salt derived from citric acid that helps maintain the proper acid-base balance in the medicine. It's used as a buffer to keep the product stable and at the right pH level.
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Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
9 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.
Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.
Where does this data come from?
ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 5, 2026
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
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Manufacturer & labeler
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- Refresh Relieva PF Xtra Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium and Glycerin 5 mg/mL; 9 mg/mL Solution/ Drops NDC 0023-3782-10
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Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- Drugs@FDA
FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses For the temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun. May be used as a protectant against further irritation.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions To open, TWIST AND PULL TAB TO REMOVE. Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed and discard container. *Follow your eye doctor’s instructions if you are using this product after an eye surgery (e.g., LASIK) to relieve eye dryness and discomfort.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only. To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Do not reuse.
Once opened, discard. Do not touch unit-dose tip to eye . If solution changes color or becomes cloudy , do not use.
Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredients Carboxymethylcellulose sodium 0.5% Glycerin 0.9%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients Boric acid; calcium chloride dihydrate; erythritol; levocarnitine; magnesium chloride hexahydrate; potassium chloride; purified water; sodium borate decahydrate; and sodium citrate dihydrate.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Eye lubricant Eye lubricant
📄 Stop Use and Ask a Doctor If ▾
Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours.
📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children ▾
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📄 Other Information ▾
Other information Use only if single-use container is intact. Use before expiration date marked on container. Store at 59°-77°F (15°-25°C). RETAIN THIS CARTON FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
📄 Questions or Comments ▾
Questions or comments? 1.800.678.1605 refresh eyedrops .com v2.0DFL3416 Phone
📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ▾
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 0023-3416-30 Preservative-free Refresh Optive ® Lubricant Eye Drops Dual-Action Relief For Dry, Sensitive Eyes 30 Vials 0.01 fl oz (0.4 mL) each Sterile NDC 0023-3416-30 Preservative-free Refresh Optive® Lubricant Eye Drops Dual-Action Relief For Dry, Sensitive Eyes 30 Vials 0.01 fl oz (0.4 mL) each Sterile
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