Class 2 OTC DrugEye Drops
Sante Dou α New
For eye fatigue and blurry vision in active adults concerned about age-related decline in eye function
✦ For eye fatigue & blurry vision✦ Focuses on focus adjustment✦ Corneal protection & moisture✦ Santen Pharmaceutical
Who it’s for & when to use
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Those who feel eye fatigue
When your eyes tire easily from desk work or screen use
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Those bothered by blurry vision
When you notice blurry vision, such as when there is excess eye discharge
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Those concerned about age-related eye changes
For those seeking support for decline in eye function that can occur with age and similar factors
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While wearing hard contact lenses
When you feel discomfort while wearing hard contact lenses
Product overview
Sante Dou α New is an eye drop formulated with attention to age-related decline in eye function, addressing concerns such as eye fatigue and blurry vision. It combines ingredients that support focus adjustment, vitamins that help eye tissue function, corneal protection and moisturizing ingredients, and ingredients that help ease inflammation and itching—a formula aimed at the eye concerns of people who want to stay active. As an eye drop in the long-trusted Sante Dou series, it is used for everyday eye discomfort.
Product features
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Focuses on three types of age-related functional decline
Formula design
Its formula is designed to address decline in eye function that can occur with age and similar factors. It is intended for everyday symptoms such as eye fatigue and blurry vision.
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Approach to focus adjustment and eye fatigue
Accommodation
Neostigmine methylsulfate works to improve focus adjustment function, while vitamin B12 helps invigorate ciliary muscle activity, addressing symptoms such as eye fatigue.
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Moisture, protection, and care for inflammation & itching
Multi-care
Sodium chondroitin sulfate ester protects and moisturizes the cornea and helps retain moisture by reducing tear evaporation. Chlorpheniramine maleate and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate help suppress histamine activity and ease eye inflammation and itching.
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Ingredients that support tissue respiration & metabolism
Potassium L-aspartate helps enhance eye tissue respiration, and vitamin B6 helps invigorate eye tissue metabolism.
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Active ingredients at standard maximum levels
Each active ingredient is formulated at the maximum concentration within the standard range (based on official labeling).
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The Sante Dou track record
Sante Dou is a series that has been chosen for about half a century since it first went on sale.
Indications
Eye fatigue
Conjunctival hyperemia
Itchy eyes
Blepharitis (sore eyelids)
Eye inflammation due to ultraviolet or other light
Prevention of eye disease (e.g., after swimming, when dust or sweat enters the eyes)
Blurry vision (e.g., when there is excess eye discharge)
Discomfort while wearing hard contact lenses
Dosage and administration
| Age |
Dose per use |
Times per day |
| Adults (15 years and older) |
1–3 drops per use |
Apply 3–6 times daily |
| Under 15 years |
Do not use |
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Always check the package insert before use for full details on age, dosage, and whether use in children is appropriate. When applying, do not let the tip of the container touch the eye, eyelid, or eyelashes. Whether the product may be used while wearing soft contact lenses should follow the package insert instructions. Use only as directed; if you have questions, consult a pharmacist or registered seller.
🌱 Brand story
Sante Dou is a Santen Pharmaceutical eye drop series that has been chosen for about half a century since it first went on sale. Sante Dou α New is an eye drop formulated for the eye concerns of active adults, addressing issues such as eye fatigue and blurry vision.
⚠️ Precautions for use
- Read the package insert carefully before use and follow the stated precautions.
- The following people should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before use: those under a doctor’s care; those who have had allergic symptoms to medicines or similar products; those who are pregnant or may be pregnant; and those diagnosed with glaucoma.
- If severe eye pain, swelling, rash/redness, itching, worsening hyperemia, or similar symptoms occur during or after use, stop use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- If an infectious eye disease such as trachoma is suspected, or if symptoms do not improve, stop use and see a healthcare professional.
- For ophthalmic use only.
- Whether use while wearing soft contact lenses is allowed should follow the product package insert.
- Do not let the tip of the container touch the eyelid or eye (this may cause contamination or injury).
- Use only as directed. If you have questions, consult a pharmacist or registered seller.
📦 Storage precautions
- Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to another container (this may cause misuse or quality deterioration).
● Features
Due to age or excessive use of the eyes, you may experience troubles such as eye fatigue, blurriness, itching, and a gritty feeling.
New Sante Dou α contains a well-balanced blend of active ingredients such as red vitamin B12, which activates the ciliary muscles responsible for adjusting focus, and chondroitin, which protects and cares for the surface of the eye (cornea), effectively relieving eye fatigue and preventing eye diseases.
【Class 3 OTC Drug】
● Efficacy/Effects
Eye fatigue, prevention of eye diseases (such as after swimming, or when dust or sweat gets into the eyes), blurred vision (such as when there is a lot of eye discharge), eye itching, conjunctival congestion, blepharitis (eyelid inflammation), eye inflammation caused by ultraviolet rays or other light (such as snow blindness), discomfort when wearing hard contact lenses
＜Precautions related to Efficacy/Effects＞
● Dosage and Administration
Instill 1 to 3 drops per dose, 5 to 6 times a day.
＜Precautions related to Dosage and Administration＞
● Please observe the following precautions.
(1) When using for children, use under the guidance and supervision of a guardian.
(2) Do not let the tip of the container touch the eyes, eyelids, or eyelashes (to prevent contamination or clouding of the solution due to eye discharge or bacteria). Do not use if the solution becomes cloudy.
(3) Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses.
(4) For ophthalmic use only.
● Ingredients/Quantity
Cyanocobalamin 0.02%
Chondroitin sulfate ester sodium 0.5%
Neostigmine methyl sulfate 0.005%
Pyridoxine hydrochloride 0.1%
L-aspartic acid potassium 1%
Chlorpheniramine maleate 0.03%
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate 0.1%
〔Additives〕
Aminocaproic acid, edetate sodium hydrate, chlorobutanol, geraniol, dextran, hydroxyethyl cellulose, benzalkonium chloride solution, borax, boric acid, polysorbate 80, d-borneol, l-menthol, isotonic agent, pH adjuster
＜Precautions related to Ingredients/Quantity＞
This product may sometimes cause a sweet taste in the mouth after instillation. This is due to dipotassium glycyrrhizinate, one of the ingredients, flowing into the mouth through the tear duct, and is not due to any abnormality in quality.
● Dosage Form
Eye drops (external use [ophthalmic and otorhinolaryngologic agent] - liquid)
● Precautions for Use
■ Consult
1. Consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before use if you:
(1) Are receiving medical treatment from a doctor
(2) Have had allergic reactions to medicines
(3) Have any of the following symptoms:
Severe eye pain
(4) Have been diagnosed with:
Glaucoma
2. If any of the following symptoms appear after use, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this document, as they may be side effects.
［Affected area: Symptoms］
Skin: rash, redness, itching
Eyes: congestion, itching, swelling, stinging pain
3. Discontinue use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this document if:
(1) Blurred vision does not improve
(2) Symptoms do not improve after about 2 weeks of use
● Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store tightly closed in a cool place away from direct sunlight. To maintain product quality, do not leave in places that become hot such as inside a car or near heating appliances. Do not use if the container is deformed or the solution leaks or deteriorates due to exposure to high temperatures.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to other containers.
(This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(4) Do not share with others.
(5) Do not use products past the expiration date. Even within the expiration date, use as soon as possible after opening.
(6) Depending on storage conditions, crystals of ingredients may appear red around the dropper tip or inside the cap. In such cases, gently wipe with clean gauze before use.
(7) The red color of this product is due to vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin). If the solution spills during instillation and stains clothing, wash immediately with water.
