Moisturizing drops for the eyes - this is the way to make wearing contact lenses more comfortable.They are not only designed to restore natural moisture. Such drugs lubricate the mucous eyes, making it easier to slide the lens through the eyelids. Such drugs are developed for people with sensitive cornea.
They relieve irritation caused by exposure to street dust, pollen or smoke.There are drugs designed to eliminate dryness and fatigue of the eyes while working long hours at the computer.Many drops can be instilled during the day without removing the lens.
Content
1Application area
2Types and Classifications of Preparations
3List
4Recommendations for use
5Video
6conclusions
Application area
Humidifying drops such as "artificial tear" and others can be used for temporary or permanent use.They extend the life of the lens and ensure the comfort of wearing them. Their use is justified if there are such symptoms:
Drops of this type can be used simultaneously with soft, as well as hard lenses.These ophthalmic products are designed to maintain eye health with the constant use of lenses. Unlike multifunctional solutions, eye-moisturizing drops are suitable for daily use. They can be used in parallel with other means for the care of lenses.
The difference between soft and hard lenses
Moisturizing drops prevent eye damage and relieve the feeling of "foreign body".
Their mandatory use is recommended in such cases:
in the period of getting used to contact lenses;
at long work behind a computer;
with a particularly sensitive cornea;
at occurrence of an allergy;
after surgery on the eyes.
Use of drops is recommended if you need to stay in an air-conditioned room for a long time.
Regular use of moisturizing drops shortens the time of getting used to the lenses.
Types and Classifications of Preparations
All the drops for the lens are a sterile solution, which ensures comfortable wearing. They form an artificial tear film, which provides long-term moisturizing of the eyes. All preparations of this type are divided into:
moistening drops;
lubricating drops;
preparations of "artificial tears".Preparations of the series "Artificial Tear"
There are also combined agents that have both moisturizing and lubricating effects. Also, drops for lenses are divided into:
antiallergic;
vasoconstrictive;
anti-inflammatory.
Preparations from the first group are prescribed to people with sensitive eyes prone to allergic reactions. The funds from the second group are used if there is inflammation of the eyes caused by infectious diseases. The third group of drops can eliminate redness of the eyes.
Vasoconstrictor drops are addictive with prolonged use. Do not use them for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Moisturizers contain special ingredients that last long on the surface of the eyeball.They spread in the form of a thin film with blinking. Even short-term blurring of vision does not occur. The salt composition is almost the same as a natural tear. The preservatives included in the composition additionally have antibacterial action.
As moisturizing components are used substances such as povidone, glycerin or glutamate sodium.
Lubricating droplets contain water-soluble polymers in their composition.They provide a protective film on the surface of the eye. This effect is provided by povidone, glycerol, hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose or carboxymethylcellulose. They contain substances that help dissolve protein deposits on the lenses.
Preparations of artificial tears can cope with the "dry eye" syndrome.They reduce unpleasant sensations when wearing lenses. They make up for the deficiency of natural tear fluid. At the same time, the cornea is disinfected. The composition includes active ingredients, replacing the natural tear.
Like other drugs, drops for lenses should be selected by an ophthalmologist. If moisturizing and lubricating drops do not work, agents in the form of a gel are used.
List
The most common moisturizing drops:
Defislez(used for the prevention and treatment of the "dry eye" syndrome);Defisle has a moisturizing effect
Bestoxol(help to relieve eye fatigue, promote deep moistening of the mucosa);
Restasis(a preparation based on cyclosporin, effective for various conjunctival diseases);
Adelion(the drug has a deep moisturizing and regenerating effect);Bestoxol removes eye fatigue
Ottagel(there are 2 dosage forms of this agent, such as a solution for instillation or gel);
Hilo-chest of drawers(a preparation based on hyaluronic acid, which does not contain preservatives);Chilokomod has a moisturizing effect
Lacrisifi(a drug based on hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, effective for use in people with sensitive cornea);
Opti-Free(well suited for sensitive eyes);
Blink Contacts(a means of high viscosity based on hyaluronic acid).Opti-Free Express
The lubricating droplets include:
Moisture Drops Unidose(provide simultaneous moisturizing and lubrication of the eye surface, as well as contact lenses themselves);
ReNu MultiPlus Lubricating & Rewetting drops(multifunctional solution based on povidone and boric acid);ReNu MultiPlus multifunctional solution
Ciba Vision Aquify(combined with all types of contact lenses);
Clens 100(additionally prevent the formation of protein deposits on the lens);
Sauflon Comfort Drops(relieve irritation and eye fatigue caused by prolonged work at the computer, pollen, polluted air).Sauflon Comfort Drops relieves irritation and tired eyes
Preparations of "artificial tears
Natural Tear(a complete analogue of natural tear fluid, without side effects);A natural tear is an analog of a natural tear fluid
Sycapos(used for symptomatic treatment of dryness of the cornea);
Eye Drops(used for symptomatic therapy with eye irritation caused by prolonged wearing of lenses);
Vidisik(they are used in case of insufficient production of natural tear fluid);Vidisik is used in case of insufficient production of natural tear fluid
Vet-Chest(specially designed for prolonged use of the computer);
Artelak(designed for use in conjunction with hard contact lenses);
Hilo Kea(a preparation based on sodium hyaluronate, which contributes to the regeneration of the affected cornea).Artelak is used in conjunction with hard contact lenses
With prolonged use of "artificial tears" preparations, a stable film forms on the surface of the eyes.
If there is a need to use drops for lenses, only an ophthalmologist should select them.
Recommendations for use
The dosage and duration of the drops should be individually selected by the doctor.The frequency of application of the drug depends on the specific symptoms. For preventive purposes, the drug is instilled 2 - 3 times a day. In severe eye infections, the frequency of the application can go up to 12 times a day.
Instructions for instillation of the eyes
Most drops that are compatible with lenses are suitable for daily use.
When using drops, it is recommended that you follow these rules:
most drugs are instilled after removing the lenses;
with the simultaneous use of several drugs stand the interval of 20 - 30 minutes;
Do not use as a moisturizing drop a lens solution, unless specified by the manufacturer.
Like other medicines, drops for lenses have their contraindications for use.
Some products can not be used for children under 18, pregnant and during lactation.
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conclusions
Drops for contact lenses make the use more comfortable.They moisturize and lubricate the surface of the eyeball and the lenses themselves.Moisturizing drops are selected individually by an ophthalmologist.It is undesirable to choose them yourself, since it is important to consider the initial state of the eyes.
