LACRISERT vs SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 9, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. LACRISERT and SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	LACRISERT	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER
Rating	New	50/100
Pharmacy pays	—	$0.05 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE	SODIUM CHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Bausch and Lomb	Hospira
Dosage forms	Insert	Injectable
Drug class	—	Osmotic Laxative
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndromes	Dehydration, Hyponatremia, Hemorrhagic Shock

lacrisert sodium chloride 0.9% in plastic container

Rating

New

50/100

Pharmacy pays

—

$0.05 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE

SODIUM CHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Bausch and Lomb

Hospira

Dosage forms

Insert

Injectable

Drug class

—

Osmotic Laxative

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndromes

Dehydration, Hyponatremia, Hemorrhagic Shock

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Lacrisert and Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container?

Lacrisert contains Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, while Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container contains Sodium Chloride — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.