Red and tired eyes are a widespread problem among the population. There are many reasons for this problem: it is a long sitting at the computer, and infectious ailments along with stress and lack of sleep.
The first way to help get rid of such an ailment is to use anti-inflammatory drops. Eye drops are topical preparations. They are used in the prevention of diseases of the organs of vision. The following article presents the most popular anti-inflammatory eye drops.
Types of eye medications
Currently, there is a large selection of drugs. In pharmaceuticals, there are many drugs for the treatment of ophthalmic pathologies. Eye anti-inflammatory drops are divided into the following two categories:
- Category of glucocorticosteroids obtained by synthetic or natural method.
- Non-steroid drugs. This species is widely used throughout the world. These drugs inhibit platelet aggregation.
What drops to choose?
Almost all eye drops can be bought at the pharmacy. They should be selected on the basis of what the person is concerned about. The most common drops are the drug "Diclofenac". When buying any medicine, you need to inspect the packaging for leaks. You should also pay attention to the release date and expiration dates.
Today there is a wide variety of eye drops - antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. When choosing them, it is best to consult a doctor. The most commonly used drugs are currently used: Dexamethasone along with Diclofenac, Indocollyr, Toradex and the anti-inflammatory eye drops Albucid.
The medicine "Dexamethasone"
These anti-inflammatory eye drops are obtained synthetically, they are referred to the steroid group. The medicine also has an antiallergic effect. This drug is intended for the treatment of blepharitis, conjunctivitis, scleritis, keratitis and inflammation of the vessels of the eye membrane. They are also used to accelerate therapy after injuries and operations.
The composition of this drug includes one milligram of sodium dexamethasone along with boric acid, disodium edatate and water for injection. After using the drug, after some time (approximately eight hours), an anti-inflammatory effect will begin.
How to use?
As part of the application, two drops are used three times. The course of use is usually about three weeks. "Dexamethasone" is used when there are no signs of purulent discharge and viral infections. It is not recommended to use this medicine for pregnant women. Studies on the use of "Dexamethasone" in pregnant women have not been conducted. During use, you should not be afraid of the appearance of lacrimation and burning.
This drug should be stored in a cool place, the temperature in which should be from two to eight degrees. After opening the package, the medicine can be used no more than a month. A person who uses contact lenses should know that this medicine is best for him not to use.
The cost of the drug is approximately fifty rubles.
As for the reviews, people write that this drug lives up to expectations and quickly helps within just one day, protecting the eyes from itching and burning. Consumers also write that Dexamethasone rinses well. People with allergies recommend these drops to others.
Diclofenac Drops
This name of anti-inflammatory eye drops is known to many. They belong to the group of non-steroidal drugs phenylacetic acid.
This tool has an analgesic effect. When using it, relief and reduction of edema and inflammation are noted. In the event that the nature of the inflammation is non-infectious in nature, then the use of this medication will be appropriate. It is also used after injuries, cataract surgery, and simply for the purpose of prevention. This medicine is also recommended for stopping narrowing of the retina and for corneal erosion.
What is in the composition?
The composition of the medication includes diclofenac sodium, propylene glycol and other components. The inflammatory ability of this remedy is quite high. In terms of this indicator, it surpasses Aspirin and Ibuprofen. After instillation, the effect should be expected after thirty minutes.
As part of the application, use one drop per day for five weeks. It is allowed to use this medication for up to four weeks. In a pharmacy, this medicine can only be bought by prescription. In the event that the use of "Diclofenac" is long, you need to control the pressure inside the eyes.
A person using lenses should keep in mind that they must be removed five minutes before instilling the drug into the eyes. You can use the lenses after a quarter of an hour after the treatment procedure.
Store such drops at room temperature. It is strictly forbidden to let children into the drug. This medicine is cheaper than Dexamethasone, and its cost is only thirty rubles.
Buyers who use this tool, in their reviews write that with a particular eye disease, only one "Diclofenac", unfortunately, can not do. When going out in the sun, it is better to wear special glasses, since otherwise the eyes will watery due to the use of these drops.
As people write, puffiness passes quickly enough, but sometimes there are redness. The comments emphasize that "Diclofenac" is an ideal option for the treatment of conjunctivitis.
Drops "Indocollyr"
The main active ingredient of these anti-inflammatory eye drops is indomethacin. Apply such drops in the postoperative period for pain relief and against inflammation. Excipients are arginine along with thiomersal, hydrochloric acid and purified water.
This drug belongs to the group of non-steroidal drugs that can affect pathogenic substances in the foci of inflammation. This medicine eliminates pain. After surgery on the eyeball, this medicine is one of the first to be prescribed. Like previous drugs, it is suitable for the treatment of conjunctivitis.
But for the treatment and prevention of diseases such as, for example, macula or miosis, a drug called “Indocollir” is usually prescribed. As part of the application, one drop of Indocollyra is used three times. The duration of treatment is one month. Before the operation, they drip dropwise at intervals of half an hour four times.
In the event that there is intolerance to the components, it is better not to use these drops. Women who are in position, it is also better to completely abandon their use. Sometimes burning eyes can occur along with the appearance of itching and redness of the skin. Immediately before instillation, the lenses are removed and put on after fifteen minutes. Driving a car is not recommended, as blurred vision is possible.
The cost of "Indocollyr" is three hundred and fifty rubles. These are quite expensive drops, unlike the analogues listed above.
Reviews of most buyers about this medicine are positive. Many write that treatment with this medication is quick, it anesthetizes and relieves inflammation. People over the age who use this drug are also satisfied.
Drops "Toradex"
“Tobradex” is famous for its antimicrobial effect.
According to the instructions for anti-inflammatory eye drops, the components that make up their composition are dexamethasone and tobramycin. This medicine is great for treating bacterial inflammation thanks to the antibiotic included. "Tobradex" is used for inflammation of the anterior eye regions. The use of this medicine in the postoperative period also gives good results.
These anti-inflammatory eye drops for conjunctivitis help a lot. As a rule, use two drops every six hours. All other appointments are carried out by a doctor. When using this drug, you may feel a slight burning sensation.
At the same time, you should not use contact lenses with this medication. The cost of the medicine is three hundred rubles.
Almost all customer comments about this medicine are positive. When using it, no discomfort, according to patients, is not observed.
What other anti-inflammatory eye drops can help a person?
Drops "Albucid"
These drops are characterized by antibacterial action. They are endowed with bacteriostatic properties. They are used in ophthalmology as part of local treatment. "Albucid" is prescribed for treatment, and in addition, for the prevention of blepharitis, conjunctivitis, keratitis and so on. These drops are also used in the field of surgery of ophthalmic pathologies in order to prevent the occurrence of pathogenic infections.
Indications
So, the main indications are the presence of the following diseases:
- With blepharitis and conjunctivitis.
- In the presence of a purulent corneal ulcer.
- With chlamydial and gonorrheal diseases of the organs of vision.
- With blennorrhea of newborns for prevention and treatment.
The drug is prescribed in the form of instillations in the conjunctival sac six times a day, two drops. Prevention of blennorrhea in newborns involves the introduction of two drops into the conjunctival sac in each eye, then the same dose is given to the child two hours later.
The reviews report that when instilled, these drops are very pinch. The eyes when applied to some become even redder, and the tears flow in a stream. Thus, judging by the reviews, this drug is far from suitable for everyone. But in general, as reported, Albutsid is quite effective and helps a lot.
It is worth considering anti-inflammatory eye drops for children.
Preparations for children
Any baby drops must be prescribed by a doctor after examining the baby. Among anti-allergic drops, the following drugs are most often prescribed for children, and at the same time, are effective:
- The drug "Allergodil." This medicine contains substances that constrict blood vessels. Redness when using this drug in babies passes within fifteen minutes. It is possible to drip this tool only to children who are older than four years.
- Anti-inflammatory children's eye drops "Opatanol" contain the substance loratadine. This is a very effective tool.
- The medicine "Cromohexal" is used in children with chronic conjunctivitis.
- The medicine “Lecrolin” is also often used to treat eye inflammation in children.
For the treatment of viral eye infections in children, specific antiviral medications are used, such as Poludan, Aktipol and Ophthalmoferon.
This article presents the most popular antibacterial and anti-inflammatory eye drops.