Eye drops for many people are an essential drug. Work at the computer, as well as a long stay in a smoky room cause dry eyes. To get rid of an unpleasant symptom, use moisturizing drops. Eye drops can be purchased at pharmacies without a doctor’s prescription. To date, the pharmaceutical industry produces a sufficient number of such products.
What are drops for?
Most often they are used in ophthalmology to treat the anterior segment of the eye, as well as the eyelids and membranes. In its action, the drops differ as follows:
- Means designed to improve metabolism in the tissues of the eye.
- Drugs used during diagnosis.
- The most common are antimicrobial drops for the eyes, which are used for diseases such as conjunctivitis, dacryocystitis, endophthalmitis and so on.
- Separately, funds are allocated for the treatment of cataracts.
- Anti-glaucoma drops that improve fluid outflow, as well as inhibit its secretion.
- Broad-based anti-inflammatory drugs.
And also very often in pharmacies, customers buy moisturizing drops for the eyes.
Purpose Moisturizing Drops
Eye drops with a moisturizing effect are designed to eliminate dryness, redness and fatigue. Very often, in severe frost or hot, windy weather, a person feels as if sand was poured into his eyes. Similar symptoms occur if you sit too long at the computer monitor. Unfortunately, there are many professions that are harmful to the eyes: steelworkers, welders, miners and even catering workers, who are forced to stay in a smoky room throughout the day, often suffer from various ophthalmological ailments.
Operating principle
They are artificial tears. Such funds practically do not affect the eye tissue and do not have any therapeutic effect. That is why they have very few contraindications for use. The composition of the drops, as a rule, is completely neutral and suitable for any person. Often they contain antioxidants and vitamins. The composition has a gel-like consistency, due to which it relieves itching and pain well. Among the most popular drugs are Hilo-Komod, Vidisik, Systein and Visomitin.
Cheap eye drops with a moisturizing effect include Likontin Comfort, Likontin S and Deflisez - their price varies from 50-100 rubles per bottle.
Drops for eyes "Hilo-Dresser"
They contain the active substance sodium hyaluronate. In addition, the composition of this tool contains additional components: sorbitol, citric acid and sodium citrate. The drug is equipped with a convenient cap, with which it is very easy to perform the procedure. It is available in a capacity of 10 ml. It is used as follows: one drop is instilled into each eye no more than three times a day.
Drivers should be careful not to use eye drops while driving. The fact is that in the first minutes there may be blurred and blurred visibility, which can adversely affect safety. Usually this remedy is not used to treat children. Your doctor may prescribe Hilo-chest drops for your child in case of emergency. In addition, it is not recommended to use one bottle to treat several people. Thus, you can bring the infection and thereby exacerbate the problem. Drops very rarely cause side effects. In case of an overdose of the drug, a burning sensation, rash on the eyelids and tearing are possible.
The algorithm for using drops should be as follows:
- First, the protective cap is removed, after which the bottle is turned over and click on its bottom. Thus, they check the effect of the drug.
- The patient tilts his head back, with the finger of his left hand pulls the lower eyelid.
- Only one drop is instilled into each eye.
- It is recommended that the patient blink several times to distribute the product.
- The bottle is closed with a cap and packaged in a paper box.
Before the procedure, be sure to wash your hands with soap. Drops are stored at a temperature of from fifteen to twenty-five degrees for six months. An unopened bottle with drops can be stored for up to three years.
The drug "Vidisik"
It is a transparent gel packed in aluminum tubes, the volume of which is ten grams. The active ingredient is carbomer. This is a high molecular weight polymer that not only moisturizes the eyes, but also creates an invisible film that protects the mucous membrane for a long time. It is recommended for elderly patients suffering from insufficient secretion of lacrimal fluid. Use it as follows: daily instill one drop in each eye up to five times a day. The time interval between the procedures should be approximately the same.
It is undesirable to use the drug during the first and third trimester of pregnancy, since the effect of this drug on the fetus is still unknown. Vidisik combines well with other ophthalmic preparations and is often part of the complex treatment of eye diseases. In case of an overdose, redness and itching are possible. Usually, the doctor prescribes a course of treatment that is highly undesirable to exceed. With the erratic use of this remedy, allergies or even damage to corneal tissue can occur. It is not used to treat children and adolescents.
The shelf life of an unpacked preparation is three years, provided that it is kept in a room with a temperature of fifteen to twenty-five degrees. After the start of use, the period is reduced to one and a half months.
Drops "Visomitin"
The active substance of the drug is plastoquinonyl decyl triphenylphosphonium bromide. Among the additional components, the following substances are distinguished: sodium hydroxide, sodium dihydrate, hydrogen phosphate, sodium chloride and hypromellose. Drops are a colorless, odorless liquid. They are packaged in plastic bottles with a capacity of five or ten milliliters. Each package has a dropper cap and a cap.
"Visomitin" is recommended for use in the initial stage of cataracts, as well as to eliminate dry eyes. Apply the tool as follows: with cataract, two drops are instilled into each eye no more than three times a day. With dry eyes, the dosage of the drug is similar. Among the side effects noted a slight burning sensation in the first seconds after use. With cataracts, the course of treatment is ninety days.
In the instructions for use, it is not recommended to use this tool for women in the first and last trimester of pregnancy, as well as during breastfeeding. In addition, drops are not buried in the eyes while driving, as well as when working with other mechanisms. Children under 18 years of age are not prescribed this remedy. Produces "Visomitin" company "Framon". The drug is stored at a temperature of no more than eight degrees for thirty days. The best place to store is a refrigerator.
The drug "Systeyn"
These moisturizing eye drops have worked well in treating the symptoms of dry eyes. They contain caledonia chloride, boric acid, zinc chloride and propylene glycol. The drug is used for contact conjunctivitis, as well as irritation of the mucosa. Drops are instilled throughout the day. Shelf life is two years. The air temperature during the entire storage period should not exceed twenty-five degrees.
Drops "Oksial"
In the list of moisturizing eye drops, you can add such a fairly popular product as Oksial. It contains hyaluronic acid, which has a fairly powerful moisturizing effect. It is well tolerated by the body, and its action is quite soft and caring. This product of Italian origin is available in convenient plastic bottles with a volume of ten milliliters. Use the drug throughout the day, instilling one drop in each eye. Of the minuses, the buyer notes a rather high price, and of the pluses - the effectiveness and duration of use. After opening the bottle, it can be used for sixty days.
Thanks to hyaluronic acid, a protective film forms on the surface of the eye membrane, which protects the mucous membrane from drying out for several hours. The active component of this tool helps to quickly eliminate dryness and redness. After a few minutes, the eyes look fresh and rested.
Drops for eyes "Artelak Balance"
Hyaluronic acid is also present in their composition. Very often, patients are interested in: which eye drops are moisturizing and help the eyes recover? These drugs include “Artelak”, as this remedy is enhanced with vitamin B 12 . Thanks to him, drops perfectly nourish and treat the mucous membrane of the eye, help relieve fatigue. Artelak Balance Moisturizing Eye Drops are sold in ten milliliter bottles and in droppers also designed for external use. The drug is used throughout the day as needed. Due to the fact that this tool has no contraindications and does not cause side effects, it can be used as long as possible.
Unfortunately, many pharmacy medicines cause dry and burning eyes. These include antispasmodics, antihistamines and hormones. Thanks to these drops for the eyes, all negative symptoms can be eliminated.
The drug "Oftagel"
The active substance of this tool is carbomer. Among the additional components, the following are distinguished: lysine monohydrate, polyvinyl alcohol, sodium acetate and benzalkonium chloride. The drug has a gel-like consistency that does not have color or smell. When using the product, some features should be considered. For example, because of the preservation of the lawlessness of chloride, people with contact lenses should be careful and wait a while immediately after eye instillation. The fact is that a preservative can settle on the lenses and cause turbidity.
The use of the drug during pregnancy should be agreed with the gynecologist, since studies on the safety of this drug have not been conducted. What moisturizing eye drops analogues are suitable for expectant mothers is also unknown. It is undesirable to apply drops to drivers during operation, so as not to accidentally violate the clarity of vision.
Shelf life is two and a half years closed and thirty days immediately after opening the bottle. The temperature should not exceed twenty-five degrees and be below five. This product of Finnish origin is manufactured by Santen AO. The drug has proven itself, like many eye moisturizing drops.
Means for children
These drops have their own specifics, as they are intended for the treatment of young children. After all, not every "adult" drug is suitable for a child. One of the most popular products is Albucid. It is a 20% solution of sulfonamide with the addition of auxiliary components. “Albucidum” treats conjunctivitis, fungal diseases of the eyes and blepharitis. If an antibiotic is required, then “Tobrex” based on tobramycin is most often prescribed. Its action is similar to "Albucidum", only, unlike the latter, drops do not cause burning sensation. The drug can be used to treat children from birth.
Quite a quick effect has "Phloxal". Among the vasoconstrictive drops that relieve swelling and tearing, the most commonly used are Vizin and Okumetil. They have anti-allergic properties and quite quickly and effectively narrow vessels.
Dryness remedies
The best moisturizing eye drops for children, judging by the reviews, are Oftagel and Likontin:
- Chlorhexidine, sodium chloride and other components are present in Likontin. Use it from one to three times a day, depending on the needs of the patient. Shelf life is not more than 90 days after the start of use.
- Oftagel (drops). Finnish-made moisturizing eye drops have a composition as close as possible to tear fluid.
When treating children, it is extremely important to observe safety precautions. Before starting the procedure, wash your hands thoroughly, and also use disposable wipes for each eye. Moisturizing eye drops for children are instilled only in the inner corner of the eye and, slightly pulling the lower eyelid, help the liquid spread throughout the entire mucous surface. Small children, as a rule, do not tolerate eye instillation, so the procedure should be carried out quickly. It is forbidden to exceed the dosage, as side effects can occur, even if you use not antibacterial, but, say, just moisturizing eye drops.
User reviews
In their reviews, users very often praise and recommend some eye care. For example, eye drops "Visoptic" showed themselves very well. According to patients, this remedy quickly eliminates symptoms such as redness of the eyes, pain and dryness. Drops are contained in a plastic bottle with a dispenser. The drug has absolutely no side effects and is very well tolerated by the body.
Systein Eye Care has a fairly high price compared to other drugs. Most buyers rate its action on a solid “four”. Many complain about the lack of effectiveness of the tool, which is absolutely not appropriate for the price.
Drops "Visor", according to users, perfectly soothe tired and irritated eyes. After the first use, a rather persistent effect appears, which lasts for several hours. The eyes look rested, without redness or irritation. The tool is very convenient to carry with you to work or study. Consumers also liked the fact that these eye moisturizing drops can be used throughout the day.
Drops "Visoptic" many users call a cheap analogue of "Visin". According to customers, Visoptic has practically no drawbacks, as it acts well and is well tolerated by the body. In addition to the moisturizing effect, the drug has a vasoconstrictor and decongestant effect. Another plus is that these moisturizing eye drops are inexpensive. Despite the fact that the instructions for use as side effects indicate symptoms such as insomnia and increased pressure, the drug is well tolerated. According to the vast majority of patients, no such effects occur.
We examined several of the most popular drugs that eliminate fatigue and dryness of the organs of vision. Which moisturizing eye drops to choose is up to the customers to decide.