"Slezin" - drops-keraprotector, which are used in ophthalmology to moisturize and protect the ocular cornea. The drug is an artificial substitute for human tears and is used as a means that can increase the stability of the tear film. Drops of “Tear” also help reduce irritation caused by dry eyes.
Release form, composition
"Slezin" is available in the form of a sterile clear solution. One milliliter drops contains the following active ingredients:
- methoxypropyl cellulose - 3 milligrams;
- dextran 70 (polysaccharide, branched glucose polymer) - 1 milligram.
Excipients are the following components:
- boric acid (weak, monobasic Lewis acid, often used as an insecticide, antiseptic);
- glycerol (glycerin);
- sodium tetraborate decahydrate (boric acid sodium salt);
- sodium chloride (sodium salt of hydrochloric acid);
- potassium chloride (potassium salt of hydrochloric acid);
- disodium edetate dihydrate (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid);
- sodium hydroxide (caustic soda, caustic soda, caustic soda, caustic alkali);
- benzalkonium chloride (an antiseptic drug, also has antifungal, antiprotozoal);
- water.
The drug "Slezin" is dispensed in pharmacies in plastic bottles with a cap in the form of a dropper, a volume of 15 milliliters, in a cardboard box.
The action of the drug "Slezin"
“Tear” is an ophthalmic agent that is a keratoprotective solution (a means to moisturize and preserve the integrity of the transparent outer shell of the eye), an analogue of a human tear. Drops, when moisturizing the cornea, and also eliminate the discomfort that is associated with dry eyes.
The preparation in its composition contains a special trace element, the action of which is aimed at increasing the hydration of the transparent outer shell of the eye and filling it with water. This happens due to the sorption process:
And also due to the absorption by the adsorbent of substances from the solution or gas mixture by the outer layer of a liquid or solid. Connecting with the film that appeared due to tear fluid, the “Tear” drops increase its resistance to the transparent outer shell of the eye, reducing the symptoms of irritation that are manifested as a result of the appearance of a dry eye symptom. The effect of the drug after its use persists for two hours.
Indications
Eye drops "Tear" is allowed to use with the following symptoms:
Drops "Tear": instructions for use
The drug is applied topically, it is recommended to make one or two drops in the conjunctival sac every day for as many times as recommended by the attending physician. The duration of therapy depends on the course of the disease. If there is no positive dynamics when using the drug, then the drops should be stopped.
Must remember! The use of eye drops "Tear" with dry eyes is considered symptomatic therapy and does not completely cure the disease. You need to understand that only a full examination can identify the cause of the disease and solve it forever.
Contraindications
Eye drops “Tear” should not be used in the following situations:
- individual intolerance;
- age under 18 years.
Side effects
After using this drug, some side effects may occur:
- blurry vision;
- burning;
- pain;
- discomfort;
- redness;
- fatigue;
- tearing;
- allergy;
- dry eyes;
- itching
- redness of the eyes;
- numbness of various parts of the eye and loss of sensation;
- diseases of the eyelids and lacrimal organs;
- edema;
- Pain in the eyes;
- white discharge from the eyes;
- crusts on the eyelids;
- photophobia (increased painful sensitivity to light, photophobia);
- sensation of "sand" in the eyes.
On the part of the immune system - hypersensitivity.
From the side of the central nervous system - migraine.
Overdose
No information has been received about an overdose of Slezin eye drops. With excessive instillation of the drug into the eyes, it is recommended to remove excess fluid with a cotton pad and rinse the eye.
Drug Interactions
Eye drops "Slezin" can not be used simultaneously with other drugs, which have the following trace elements:
- zinc sulfate;
- metal salts.
Additional instructions
The drug can be used for women during pregnancy and lactation, under the strict supervision of a doctor.
People who use contact lenses are advised to remove them before using the drops. It is recommended to wear lenses only twenty minutes after using the medicine. Drops contain antiseptic micronutrients, which can sometimes cause redness of the eyes and change the color of soft contact lenses. Therefore, it is necessary to refuse to wear such lenses during therapy.
Drops for moisturizing the eyes should not be used for injection.
If the therapeutic effect did not occur after two to three days after instillation of the “Tear” drops, then the drug should be discontinued.
When applying drops to moisturize the eyes, blurring of vision is possible, therefore, extreme care must be taken when driving a vehicle and working that requires certain psychomotor reactions.
According to the instructions for use, “Tear” should be stored in a cool dark place, away from children.
The drug should be discontinued if the patient has the following symptoms:
- migraine;
- pain
- visual impairment;
- redness of the eyes.
Drops "Tear": price
The cost of the drug varies from 180 to 250 rubles. The price of "Slezin" directly depends on the region in which the pharmacy is located.
Analogs
"Slezin" have a number of generic drugs that are not absolutely similar in chemical composition. As a rule, the doctor prescribes similar drugs if the patient has an individual intolerance to drops of “Tear”. These generics belong to the group of artificial tears:
- Lacrisifi.
- "Vizin."
- "Tear."
- Taufon.
- "Deflisez."
- "A natural tear."
- Innoksa.
- "Visotomin."
- Oftolik.
“Natural tear” - this drug contains six natural trace elements. The medication is used when dry eyes occur, as well as to eliminate keratitis (inflammation of the cornea of the eye). It is dispensed in pharmacies in bottles of 15 milliliters.
"Deflisez" - a well-known domestic analogue of a natural tear, is dispensed in drugstores in bottles of 10 milliliters, without a prescription.
“Tear” is another domestic drug, an analogue of the human tear. Unlike previous medicines, its composition. These drops contain all two active trace elements:
- Hypromellosis.
- Dextran (polysaccharide).
"Tear" has contraindications:
- children (under 18 years old);
- individual intolerance.
"Lacrisifi" - this drug is intended for the treatment of eye diseases. Drops are available as a solution for external use. Lacrisifi helps restore vision, stabilize and reproduce the optical characteristics of the tear film, as well as lengthen the action of other drugs for the eyes, protect the cornea from irritation.
Reviews
Drops of “Tear” are like any other drug and have both positive and negative responses. Patients noted that the drug "Slezin" copes well with dry eye syndrome, with irritations, redness, sensations of excess in the eye. When instilled, drops do not pinch and do not cause allergic manifestations. This drug is easy to use. Drops are available to any buyer, their price is much lower than that of analogues. The drug "Tear" has in its composition components that help moisturize the cornea and relieve inflammation of the eyes. You can apply it as needed, you can every hour, instilling 2 drops per eyelid of each eye.
There are much fewer negative reviews about the “Slezin” drops, only some patients note the inefficiency of this medicine.