STERILE. PRESERVATIVE-FREE. LONG-LASTING LUBRICATION

Altalube Ophthalmic Ointment for Dogs & Cats | 3.5g | Available at Boss Pets UK

Name: Altalube Ophthalmic Ointment for Dogs & Cats | 3.5g | Available at Boss Pets UK
Brand: Vedco
SKU: VINV-PETR-0035
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A sterile lubricating ointment for dogs and cats – Altalube Ophthalmic Ointment combines mineral oil and white petrolatum to lubricate the surface of the eye, forming a protective film that helps retain moisture. Available at Boss Pets UK in a 3.5 g tube.

Preservative-free formulation – Mineral oil 15% and white petrolatum 85%, with lanolin alcohols as the only inactive ingredient. The absence of preservatives is intended to reduce the risk of irritation on a sensitive ocular surface.

Use under veterinary direction – Eye conditions in pets can have many underlying causes, several of them serious. Speak to your veterinarian before using this or any ophthalmic product, and follow the dosing and duration they advise.

Key Features

3.5 g sterile ointment tube – A single pack size, suitable for dogs and cats.

White petrolatum 85% – Forms the protective, moisture-retaining film over the ocular surface.

Mineral oil 15% – Provides the lubricating action alongside the petrolatum base.

Preservative-free – Intended to reduce the risk of irritation on a sensitive eye.

Ointment rather than drops – Stays in contact with the eye longer than a liquid would.

Single inactive ingredient – Lanolin alcohols, and nothing else.

Benefits

Long-lasting lubrication – The ointment base stays on the eye surface longer than drops.

Helps retain moisture – The film slows evaporation from the ocular surface.

Acts as a physical barrier – Shields the eye from dust, wind and other environmental irritants.

Suitable for sensitive eyes – No preservatives to cause additional irritation.

Small tube, easy to carry – Practical for use away from home when your vet has advised it.

How to Use

Speak to your vet first – Your veterinarian should confirm the diagnosis and advise on how often and how long to use it.

Wash your hands – Before and after each application.

Apply inside the lower lid – Gently pull down the lower eyelid and apply a small ribbon, around a quarter of an inch, inside it.

Do not touch the tube tip – Keep it clear of the eye, fur and any other surface to avoid contaminating the ointment.

Replace the cap – Close the tube tightly after every use.

Stop and seek advice – Contact your vet promptly if there is pain, increasing redness, discharge, squinting, or if the eye does not improve.

How It Works

This is a physical rather than a pharmacological product. White petrolatum and mineral oil do not act on the tissue of the eye; they sit on the tear film as an oily layer that slows the rate at which moisture evaporates from the ocular surface. Because an ointment is far more viscous than a drop, it stays in place considerably longer, which is why ointments are often chosen for overnight use or where drops need reapplying too frequently to be practical. The trade-off is that the film blurs vision temporarily and can leave the fur around the eye greasy. Preservatives are the most common cause of irritation from ophthalmic products, so leaving them out matters for eyes that are already uncomfortable.

Why Choose

Preservative-free – Many lubricants contain preservatives that can irritate an already sore eye.

Ointment, not drops – Longer contact time, so fewer applications through the day.

A short ingredient list – Three ingredients in total, which matters for sensitive animals.

Suitable for dogs and cats – One product for a mixed household, under veterinary direction.

Available at Boss Pets UK – Fast UK delivery available.

Common Uses

Dry eye, where diagnosed by a vet – Lubrication is usually one part of a wider treatment plan.

Breeds prone to eye exposure – Flat-faced breeds whose eyes are less protected by the lids.

Overnight lubrication – Where a vet has advised cover through the night.

Older animals with reduced tear production – Following veterinary assessment.

Alongside prescribed treatment – Used as directed to keep the eye comfortable.

Summary

Altalube Ophthalmic Ointment is a sterile, preservative-free lubricating ointment for dogs and cats, containing mineral oil 15% and white petrolatum 85% with lanolin alcohols. It forms a protective film across the surface of the eye that helps retain moisture and shields against environmental irritants, with a longer contact time than eye drops. Supplied in a 3.5 g tube and intended for use under veterinary direction. Available now at Boss Pets UK.

FAQs

Should I speak to my vet before using this?

Yes. Eye problems in pets have many possible causes, some of which need urgent treatment, and lubrication alone will not address them. Your vet should examine the eye and advise before you use any ophthalmic product.

What is in it?

Mineral oil 15% and white petrolatum 85% as the active ingredients, with lanolin alcohols as the only inactive ingredient.

How is an ointment different from eye drops?

An ointment is much thicker, so it stays on the eye surface far longer and needs applying less often. It does temporarily blur vision and can leave the surrounding fur greasy.

How do I apply it?

Gently pull down the lower eyelid and apply a small ribbon inside it, taking care that the tube tip does not touch the eye or any other surface.

How often should it be applied?

Follow the frequency your veterinarian gives you for your animal, rather than a general figure.

Can it be used on both dogs and cats?

It is intended for both, though your vet should confirm it is appropriate for your individual animal.

When should I contact my vet urgently?

If your pet is squinting, pawing at the eye, or you notice pain, cloudiness, discharge or increasing redness. A painful eye should be seen the same day.

Why is it preservative-free?

Preservatives are a common cause of irritation from ophthalmic products, so leaving them out suits eyes that are already uncomfortable.

How should it be stored?

At room temperature, between 15 and 30°C. Do not allow it to freeze, and keep the tube tightly closed. Store out of reach of children.

Where can I buy Altalube in the UK?

Altalube Ophthalmic Ointment is available from Boss Pets UK with fast delivery.

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