About 40% of the world's population suffers from dry eyes. Such discomfort is caused by irritation of the receptors of the cornea and conjunctiva. The main causes of this pathology is a decrease in the amount of secreted tears, as well as an increase in the rate of its evaporation. The combination of the described phenomena contributes to an increase in friction between the conjunctiva and the scleral epithelium, as a result of which an inflammatory process develops. Also, dry eyes can occur due to the attachment of a secondary bacterial or viral infection.
Since the problem under consideration is only a symptom, its manifestation is possible with other numerous diseases of the visual and other organs, as well as body systems.
Often dry eyes is accompanied by such unpleasant sensations as pain, burning, lacrimation, etc. All of these symptoms are combined into a single symptom complex. In medical practice, it is commonly called “dry eye syndrome”. You can get rid of this phenomenon with the help of special ophthalmic solutions. One of them is the drug "Thealosis". Analogues of this tool, the features of each of them and other information are presented below.
Form and composition
"Thealosis" - eye drops, analogues of which can be purchased at any pharmacy. The drug is a lubricating and moisturizing ophthalmic solution. The active substance of the agent in question is trehalose. Hydrochloric acid, trometamol, water for injection and sodium chloride are added to the solution as auxiliary components.
Drug properties
All the features of the analogue drops "Thealose" will be discussed in detail below. As for the drug itself, it is an isotonic sterile solution that has a neutral pH value and also does not contain any preservatives. The active component of this tool is a substance of natural origin, which is found in the body of many animals and plants that can survive in the driest conditions.
Trehalose has physicochemical characteristics that provide antioxidant, moisturizing and protective properties. Such a substance is an important element involved in the anhydrobiotic mechanism in certain microorganisms. In addition, trehalose exhibits properties that contribute to the stabilization and protection of cell membranes, and also has an antioxidant effect.
The drug "Thealosis" and analogues of this tool are packaged in a multi-dose container that provides maximum protection against bacterial contamination.
Indications for appointment
Like analogues, “Thealosis” is used when dry eyes are felt, which manifests itself in the form of burning, discomfort and irritation. In addition, this medication can be used for fatigue of the visual organs associated with the influence of external factors such as smoke, dust, wind and other atmospheric pollution.
Considered eye drops are often prescribed for those patients who spend a lot of time at the computer, in a room with air conditioning or a heater, as well as during air travel.
Contraindications
Under what conditions can not use the drug for the eyes "Thealosis"? Analogues of this tool and the medication itself are prohibited for use by patients prone to allergic reactions to any of the components of the ophthalmic solution.
Instructions for use
The drug "Thealosis" must be instilled into each mucous membrane of the eye 1 drop during the day (as necessary). Before installation, wash your hands thoroughly. Next, you need to open the bottle, avoiding even the slightest contact of its tip with any objects, lenses and surface of the eye (especially if you suspect infections of the visual organs). The ophthalmic solution should be instilled in the conjunctival sac, pulling the lower eyelid down and looking up. After using the drug, the bottle must be tightly closed.
Side effects
Even the cheapest analogues of "Thealose" and the medication itself very rarely cause adverse reactions. Only in some cases, during treatment with such agents, patients may experience unexpressed irritation of the mucous membrane of the eyes.
It's important to know!
According to the instructions for use, the analogues of "Thealose" and the drug for the eyes themselves are not intended for injection and oral administration.
The use of the mentioned medication is possible when wearing contact lenses. If the protective ring is damaged on the solution vial, it should not be used.
Drug interaction
Can “Thealosis” be used simultaneously with other eye preparations? Experts say that if it is necessary to combine ophthalmic agents, it is important to observe a break between instillations of at least 10 minutes.
Analogs
"Thealosis-Duo" is the main analogue of the drug in question. Unlike the latter, the former additionally contains sodium hyaluronate. This combination of components provides long-term eye protection, its maximum hydration and comfort.
"Tealoz-Duo" can be used when wearing contact lenses, since drops are compatible with absolutely any materials.
Also analogues of "Thealose", the composition of which was presented above, are:
A tool that is actively used in ophthalmic practice, which has anti-allergic and decongestant effects. This is a sympathomimetic that directly stimulates the alpha-adrenergic receptors of the nervous system and does not affect beta-adrenergic receptors.
It is a protector of the corneal epithelium. Such a drug has a protective and moisturizing effect on the cornea (with reduced secretion of lacrimal fluid). The medication stabilizes, restores and reproduces the optical properties of the tear film. When using this tool, improvement in the patient's condition usually occurs after 3-5 days, and a complete cure - after 2-3 weeks.
These are eye drops used in ophthalmic practice with the aim of moistening the mucosa of the visual organs. Such a drug has a vasoconstrictive effect and is indicated for use to eliminate excessive redness of the eyes, which was caused by hyperemia of blood vessels.
The drug, which is a moisturizing 0.1 percent ophthalmic solution (a sterile isotonic preparation that does not contain preservatives and goes on sale in the original bottle). Hyaluronic acid, which is part of Hilo Komod, is a natural substance. It is a physiological polysaccharide compound that is found in the tissues of the eye, as well as in other fluids and tissues of the human body.
The active ingredient in this product is sodium hyaluronate. As auxiliary substances, hydrochloric acid, sodium chloride, water for injection and trometamol are added to the solution. Such an ophthalmic drug is a keratoprotector, which is able to replace synovial and lacrimal fluids. It is prescribed for additional hydration of the mucous membrane of the visual organs. Also, the medication accelerates the healing process of wounds on the cornea.
This is an ophthalmic agent that is a protector of corneal epithelial cells. It exhibits emollient and lubricating properties. Due to the high viscosity of the solution, the duration of its interaction with the cornea of the eye increases significantly. By their properties, such drops are similar to natural tear fluid. The drug in question stabilizes and reproduces, as well as restores all the optical characteristics of the tear film. In addition, this drug increases the effectiveness of other ophthalmic solutions and protects the cornea from the negative effects of their components.
The main component of this medication is sodium hyaluronate. Such a substance is a polysaccharide of natural origin. It is characterized by a large molecular weight. Due to its high viscosity and the ability to bind 2, the solution in question stabilizes the tear film and increases its hydrating properties.
This is another popular analogue of Thealose. The instruction of the drug reports that such a medication is an excellent keratoprotector, an artificial tear. "Slezin" contains a polymer water-soluble system. In combination with natural tear fluid, it improves the hydration of the cornea and also provides hydrophilicity to its surface. The use of this drug protects the cornea from excessive drying and helps to reduce the irritation symptoms associated with dry eye syndrome. After a single instillation of “Tear”, the therapeutic effect of the drug persists for one and a half hours.