Retane Multi-6 Sterile Eye Drop

Retane Multi-6 Sterile Eye Drop is a sterile, multi-dose lubricating eye drop formulated with a blend of ingredients including Polyethylene Glycol 400, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Guar, and a set of electrolytes (Sorbitol, Aminomethylpropanol, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Boric Acid, Calcium Chloride, Magnesium Chloride, Zinc Chloride) in Purified Water. It is sold in Malaysia as an over-the-counter (OTC) product, available without a doctor’s prescription. Unlike single-dose eye drops, this product is supplied in a standard multi-dose bottle that can be reused across multiple applications within a defined period after opening.

The formulation combines two lubricating polymers, Polyethylene Glycol 400 and Hydroxypropyl Guar, alongside Propylene Glycol and a set of electrolyte salts intended to approximate the mineral composition of natural tears. Boric Acid is included as part of the buffering system that helps keep the solution at a stable pH. This multi-ingredient blend is what distinguishes Retane Multi-6 from single-ingredient eye drops such as plain Sodium Hyaluronate products.

Retane Multi-6 Sterile Eye Drop is sold in a 10ml bottle, sized to provide multiple weeks of applications from a single bottle when used as directed. Because it is a multi-dose bottle rather than single-dose vials, the manufacturer specifies a discard period after first opening, after which any remaining solution in the bottle should no longer be used even if the expiry date has not been reached. The dropper tip design allows controlled, drop-by-drop dispensing directly from the bottle.

Wash your hands thoroughly before use. Tilt your head back, gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a small pocket, and squeeze 1 to 2 drops from the bottle into the pocket without letting the dropper tip touch the eye, eyelid, fingers, or any other surface. Blink a few times to spread the solution evenly across the eye. Replace the cap tightly after each use to protect the remaining solution from contamination. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before application and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.

The typical dose is 1 to 2 drops instilled into the affected eye (or eyes), 2 to 4 times daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Space applications evenly through the day. If you use other eye drops or eye ointments alongside this product, space them at least 5 to 10 minutes apart so one does not wash out the other.

Use before the expiry date printed on the packaging. Once opened, discard the bottle 30 days after first use, even if some solution remains and even if the printed expiry date has not yet passed, as the solution is no longer considered sterile beyond this period.

Store the bottle at room temperature, below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the cap tightly closed between uses, and keep the bottle out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use the bottle if the cap has been left off for an extended period, and do not freeze the product.

• Common: Mild, temporary stinging sensation immediately after application.
• Common: Brief blurred vision lasting a few moments after the drop is instilled.
• Common: Mild eye redness or increased watering shortly after use.
• Serious: Eye pain, marked redness, swelling, or discharge that persists or worsens — this needs prompt medical attention.
• Serious: Signs of an allergic reaction, such as significant eyelid swelling or itching, which requires medical review.

• Known hypersensitivity (allergy) to any of the ingredients in this eye drop, including Polyethylene Glycol 400, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Guar, or any of the listed electrolyte salts.
• Active eye infection or eye injury, unless a doctor has specifically advised its use alongside other treatment.
• Use of the bottle beyond 30 days after opening, or after the printed expiry date.
• Children, unless a healthcare professional has been consulted first.

• If using more than one type of eye drop, space each product at least 5 to 10 minutes apart, and apply this lubricating eye drop last if it is used together with a medicated eye drop.
• Not applicable — this product is a topical, non-systemic eye drop with no known systemic drug interactions when used as directed.
• No specific food interactions are known, as this product is applied directly to the eye and is not swallowed.

• Write the date you first open the bottle on the box or bottle label so you know when the 30-day discard point falls.
• Wash and dry your hands before every application to reduce the risk of contamination.
• Avoid letting the dropper tip touch your eye, eyelid, fingers, or any surface.
• Replace the cap firmly straight after each use rather than leaving the bottle open.
• Remove contact lenses before application and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back in.
• Store the bottle upright at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight, between uses.

Precautions: Use Retane Multi-6 Sterile Eye Drop only as directed, and avoid touching the dropper tip to your eye, eyelid, or any surface to reduce the risk of contamination. Remove contact lenses before application and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them. Discard the bottle 30 days after first opening even if solution remains, and consult a healthcare professional before using this product on a child.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Speak with a doctor or pharmacist if eye discomfort, redness, or blurred vision persists or worsens after application, or if you notice discharge, significant swelling, or pain in the eye. Seek prompt medical attention if you suspect an allergic reaction, such as marked eyelid swelling, itching, or difficulty opening the eye.