Today, a large number of people opt for contact lenses. First of all, it is convenient! Unfortunately, people who wear contact lenses for a long time, the expression “dry eye”, “red eyes” are familiar firsthand. These problems, as well as fatigue, are easily solved by moisturizing lubricating drops for lenses.
The action of this tool is as follows: a film is created on the cornea of ​​the eye, which in its properties is close to a natural tear. Thus, the eyes are constantly moisturized, discomfort disappears.
Ophthalmologists recommend the use of moisturizing drops for the eyes when wearing lenses, which significantly reduce not only eye fatigue, but also discomfort, to avoid dryness.
Not always the fault of the lens
There is an opinion that any discomfort that appeared while wearing lenses is poor-quality or incorrectly selected means of vision correction. This conclusion is not an invention or “black PR” of the manufacturers of glasses, but not always. Using lenses or glasses throughout the day, no matter how high-quality they are, can lead to eye fatigue and any other unpleasant sensation. This is evidenced on the sites of online optics stores by the remarks of “bespectacles”, their comments and reviews. Moisturizing drops for lenses are designed specifically to solve these problems.
Therefore, before blaming the lenses for everything, changing the packaging for the packaging of different manufacturers, or look, refuse them, it is worth trying drops for the eyes.
To begin with, it's worth figuring out what they are?
Types of eye drops
The classification of the types of drops for the eyes is directly related to the purpose for which they are used, what ailment they will have to struggle with.
The following manifestations of diseases and discomfort, and the means corresponding to these sensations can be distinguished:
• redness and inflammation of the tissue of the anterior eye - antiseptic and anti-inflammatory drops;
• allergic manifestations (lacrimation, redness, swelling, itching) - anti-allergic drops;
• bacteria, virus, cataract, glaucoma and other diseases - special drops prescribed by a doctor, most often strictly by prescription;
• redness and swelling of the eyes - vasoconstrictor drops;
• “dry eye” syndrome and the associated feeling of discomfort - moisturizing drops.
It is the last most demanded.
How to pick up drops
Perhaps it is obvious how necessary moisturizing drops are when wearing contact lenses. But here a new question arises: how to choose them?
For those who choose lenses for long or continuous wear, who work and relax in them, the best option is drops, when instilled, there is no need to remove the lenses. Pay attention to the drugs of the following manufacturers:
• “Hilo-chest of drawers” ​​- “Avizor”.
• “VISIN. Pure Tear ”-“ Johnson and Johnson. ”
• “Oksial” - “SANTEN”.
• Lens Chest - “Ursapharm” and others.
When using other means, it is required to remove the lenses from the eyes, often they can be worn only 15-20 minutes after instillation:
• “Systeyn” - “Alcon”.
• “Oftagel” - “SANTEN” and others.
Everyone chooses his own, and ultimately prefers those moisturizing drops for lenses, which are better suited and more comfortable to use.
Are lens drops suitable for everyone?
How to moisturize the eyes in the lenses? Which lens drops are right for you? Sooner or later, these questions arise before people who have first encountered the choice of drops.
The main thing is not to be mistaken that moisturizing drops for the eyes are a medicine. For the eyes, they simply relieve discomfort, but in no way are able to solve any serious problems, diseases (allergic in nature, for example).
Drops consist mainly of special physiological preparations, which, in principle, are already present in the tissues of the human organs of vision. Therefore, there are practically no restrictions on the frequency of use and age, they can often be used constantly, “both old and young,” as they say.
Of course, there are cases of human intolerance to certain components. Therefore, it is recommended that upon initial selection of drops, consult an ophthalmologist.
Lens Drop Properties
Moisturizing eye drops when wearing lenses have hyaluronic acid in their composition, which can bind 1000 times more water than the weight of the drops in the bottle. Also, this substance has an increased viscosity property that helps to moisten the surface of the cornea of ​​the eye for a long time.
In addition, this tool has a bioadhesive property that provides reliable protection of the lenses from drying out. Soft contact lenses, so popular today, have such a drawback - to dry out in hot and windy weather.
Also in the drops there are cleaning agents that can eliminate a large accumulation of harmful deposits from the surface that occur when lenses are worn for a long time.
Drops for lenses have a viscoelastic property. Therefore, in order to quickly distribute them on the surface of the lens, it is enough to “blink”, and the vision will not be fogged.
Another important property of drops is a calming function. They not only moisturize, but also can relieve eye irritation.
Drop Composition
Any solutions intended for contact lens care are divided into saline, cleansing, disinfecting and moisturizing (eye drops when wearing lenses).
Saline is an isotonic solution used to rinse and store contact lenses using a disinfection (thermal) system, sometimes it contains preservatives. The longer the period of use, the greater the number of preservatives in its composition. From the shelf life of the solution, the effect on the rate of spread and prevention of the development of microorganisms depends.
In essence, moisturizing drops when wearing contact lenses are the same saline solution, but with additional lubricating, cleansing, and moisturizing agents.
For example, in the “Alcon” droplet “Clerz Plus” 2 active cleaning components Tetronic and Clens-100 are added, which provide effective removal of protein deposits from the lens surface. Allergan offers Refresh Contacts drops containing hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Thanks to this component, drops are able to lubricate the surface of the lens and cornea of ​​the eye for a long time, preventing them from drying out.
Pick the best moisturizing drops for yourself when wearing contact lenses - you will definitely feel the effect!
Overview of eye drops when wearing lenses
On the Russian market of ophthalmic products, moisturizing drops for the eyes are on sale when wearing lenses, both hard and soft.
Contact lens manufacturers often produce lens products and eye drops for related products. The easiest way to choose these products is to choose the same manufacturer as the lenses.
Drop Manufacturers USA
1. Bausch Lomb is a company that is engaged not only in the production of contact lenses, but also with all kinds of care products (solutions and drops).
Oxyal drops have an enhanced moisturizing property, help to cope with a number of unpleasant sensations of dryness and burning eyes. This discomfort is often associated with a violation of the lens replacement period or external factors of influence (computer, air conditioners, heating devices, etc.).
2. The Johnson & Johnson brand has existed on the market since 1886, more than one generation has grown on products of this brand, from cosmetics to pharmaceuticals. Having gained popularity all over the world, the company expanded the range of products offered and actively began to develop new directions, occupying completely different market niches. Having won many awards and certificates confirming the high qualification of specialists, excellent product quality, and means for correcting vision were released. In particular, Johnson & Johnson contact lenses and care products.
The most popular drops are Vizin Pure Tear. Great for edema and allergic reactions, can relieve irritation and redness of the eyes.
3. Alcon Ciba Vision drops and other means of cleaning and moisturizing contact lenses are truly recognized as one of the most demanded in the market. The manufacturer of a well-known brand constantly carries out research in the field of ophthalmology, therefore, it manufactures products in accordance with the latest scientific developments and the needs of modern society.
Alcon Opti-Free Drops are suitable for all types of soft contact lenses, designed specifically for sensitive eyes.
Drops Alcon Systeyn Ultra provide the removal of redness of the eyes, dryness, irritation and provide a long-lasting feeling of comfort throughout the day.
Systein Monodoses and Systeyn Balance Drops are designed to moisturize the surface of the eyes.
UK Drop Manufacturers
1. As the market leader in optics, the British company Sauflon produces high-quality lenses and related care products.
The manufacturer also produces individual drugs for ophthalmic and pharmaceutical companies of world significance. All products of the company are confirmed by the Council of Europe quality certificate, and drops and solutions for contact lenses are recommended by practicing ophthalmologists all over the world.
Drops suitable for wearing contact lenses - Comfort Drops, providing a comfortable eye condition.
2. Maxima contact optics manufactured by Maxima Optics, a company known throughout the world and popular in Russia. This manufacturer along with the manufacture of contact lenses manufactures drops and solutions for contact lenses Maxima Optics.
Maxima Revital Drops - moisturizing drops designed to care for your eyes and provide comfort when wearing contact lenses.
Spanish manufacturer of drops
Avizor International Contact Lens Drops and Solutions are designed to clean, disinfect, moisturize, and store soft-type contact lenses.
Moisture Drops and Comfort relieve dry eyes, which is a common problem with contact lenses.
Russian manufacturers of drops
1. Medstar is a research and production enterprise that was formed in 1994. At present, being one of the leaders in Russian manufacturers of drops and solutions for contact lenses, it has occupied a niche in the market of inexpensive, but high-quality goods.
Drops "Lycontin Comfort". Suitable for all types of lenses, can be instilled directly on the lens, have moisturizing and lubricating functions.
2. The company "Optimedservice". Under the Optimed brand, it manufactures contact lenses, as well as related products, such as universal multi-solutions for lenses, eye drops and microsurgical systems.
Optimed Drops or Optimed Pro Active Drops are additional sources of hydration for the eyes that contain succinic acid.