This remedy belongs to the category of the most popular and effective drugs that protect the epithelium of the cornea of the eye from negative external influences. Artificial tears eye drops have an effect that is similar to natural tears. Drops have a lubricating and softening effect.
Useful properties
Drops "Artificial tear" allow you to quickly cope with dry eye syndrome. The use of this tool helps to stabilize and restore the tear film. The active substance lubricates and softens the corneal epithelium. Drops have a viscous consistency, therefore, provide prolonged contact with the cornea. The peculiarity of the drug is that it has the same refractive index of light as an artificial tear. The drops mix with the natural secretions of the lacrimal glands and create the necessary level of moisture. Eye drops "Artificial tear" allow you to quickly stabilize and restore the optical characteristics of tears and protect the cornea from the irritating effects of other agents. Improvementthe condition of the cornea occurs already on the 3rd day of application.
The drug "Artificial tear" contains hypromellose and dextran, which determines the main therapeutic effect of the drug. The drops also contain sodium chloride, polyquad, purified water, etc. The preparation uses boric acid, which is a mild preservative. This substance is not absorbed by contact lenses, so the product can be used when wearing soft lenses.
Indications for use
Many factors cause dryness of the cornea. First of all, it is an unfavorable environment, which is characterized by dry and polluted air. People who spend a lot of time at the computer are also at risk. The appearance of burning and dryness in the eyes are the first symptoms of a violation of the sebaceous glands. In recent years, this disease has become extremely common.
Timely application of drops "Artificial tear" will eliminate the damage to the cornea of the eye. Also, the drug is used in the following cases:
- deformation of the eyelids, insufficient tearing, bullous corneal dystrophy;
- treating dry eye syndrome;
- reduce eye irritation from sun, smoke, dust, etc;
- eliminate eye fatigue while working at a computer, driving a car;
- carrying out various diagnostic procedures;
- prolonging the action of othersophthalmic products.
Thus, drops allow you to make up for the lack of tear fluid. This tool softens the cornea and acts as a protector of the epithelium. Since the number of people suffering from a violation of tear production is increasing every year, this remedy can be a real salvation.
Instructions for use
The drug is used in the conjunctival way, 2 drops in each eye. The frequency of the procedure depends on the age of the person. If necessary, drops can be used every hour. Detailed instructions for "Artificial Tear" are included without fail.
Drops are clear, thick and odorless. The agent will be evenly distributed over the cornea immediately after instillation. Blurring appears in the eyes within 5 minutes. Therefore, after using this drug, it is recommended to blink your eyes. Drops allow you to quickly get rid of the resulting discomfort in the eyes.
The tool has limited data on the absorption of the active substance. The active ingredient - hypromellose is a special substance that does not have a negative effect during absorption. During pregnancy, the drug is allowed to use only as directed by a doctor. The safety of the use of this medication in this period has no clinical data. Therefore, take drops "Artificial tear" during pregnancy should be used with caution.
Contraindications
Not Recommendeduse the drug in the presence of any eye diseases that are infectious in nature. The stopping factor for the use of the drug is hypersensitivity to its active components. In the acute phase of a chemical burn of the cornea, the product should be used with extreme caution.
After using the product, slight discomfort and gluing of the eyelids may occur. However, these sensations pass after a couple of minutes. The product can provoke the appearance of a rash, swelling of the eyelids and itching.
Special Instructions
Because the drug has a high degree of viscosity, contact with the cornea takes a long time. Before applying the drops, you must remove contact lenses and put them on after 15 minutes. Patients note that after using the drug, a temporary loss of clarity of vision and other visual inconveniences may occur.
Because this may lead to negative consequences when driving a car and other mechanisms, you should wait 10 minutes. Drops are recommended to be stored in a closed bottle at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.
Interaction with other drugs
The drug "Artificial tear" consists of a polymer base. At the moment, the pharmaceutical market is filled with a variety of products, the action of which is focused on softening and moisturizing the cornea of the eyes. In addition to drugs that can replace the natural secretions of the eye glands, specialproducts with the effect of artificial tears. They have a regenerating effect, and also stimulate the production of endogenous interferon. Also, such products stabilize the tear film and help to relax the eyes.
Experts recommend observing the interval between the use of various drugs for at least 20 minutes. Otherwise, the effect of one of the drugs may worsen. The analogues of "Artificial tears" are: "Oftagel", "Vizin pure tear", "Likontin", "Oftolik", "Oksial", "Khilo-chest", "Inoksa", "Vidisik", "Natural tear" and "Systeine Ultra".
