Going to the pharmacy counter, you will surely see more than a dozen types of eye drops that facilitate almost any symptoms and eye problems. There are drops of red eyes, dry eyes, and even pink. Why so many? How to choose suitable eye drops from fatigue and redness?

What to pay attention to

The first thing to consider when choosing eye drops, that's why you need them in the first place. Do you suffer from allergies? Or eye redness lasts more than three days? Maybe your eyes are in need of moisture? Although you are likely to find what you need, right at the pharmacy, at first it is better to talk with your doctor to make the correct diagnosis. Your doctor will tell you the best solution to your problem. The ophthalmologist will tell you how to use the drops and how often they need to be instilled.

If you constantly feel dry eyes, irritation or fatigue, you may need to try a moisturizing gels or ointments. Daily use of such drops should be with caution because they can obscure vision. Artificial tears - this is the most common eye drops sold without a prescription. They contain chemicals which expand or narrow the blood vessels.

Drops for dry, red and itchy eyes

Dry or red eye - a common reason that people use eye drops. Environment, prolonged use of the computer for a long period can cause eye strain their dryness. There are a lot of drops intended to relieve dryness of the eye, for example, manufacturers such as Visine, Bausch & Lomb and Thera Tears.

The company Allergan produces droplets Restasis, specifically designed for chronically dry eyes. From itching, or redness of the eyes caused by allergies or lack of sleep, there are many drops with antihistamines and other components to facilitate this state. These drops not only reduce the redness, but also prevent the emergence of itching and tear due to allergy to pollen or animals. Useful drops - Visine-A, Clear Eyes ACR and Opcon-A by Bausch & Lomb.

Eye drops for serious diseases

• Conjunctivitis - a serious, infectious disease that requires immediate treatment. Here you need to use drops that are prescribed by a doctor.
• When glaucoma Glaucoma - an eye disease   Drops are used which are intended to facilitate ocular pressure. For other diseases, such as uveitis have drops that help reduce inflammation. People who use eye drops, it is important to know how to apply them correctly. Be careful expensive eye drops were not used in vain.
• Drops called artificial tears are good for temporary relief of itching, dryness and burning eyes, to determine the underlying cause of the condition.

Top drops for dry eyes

Based on feedback from hundreds of people, we can conclude that these drops are very well relieve the symptoms for a short time:

• BionTears
• Genteal
• Refresh - Plus
• TheraTears
• Nutratear
• Systane
• Dwell
• Dakrina
• Soothe
• Visine
• Murine Tears

Some drops contain preservatives that can cause allergic reactions. A common preservative used in some drops of "artificial tear" - is benzalkonium chloride. It is recommended to avoid the use of drops with benzalkonium chloride, more than a few days or weeks, because of the potential danger he may pose to the tear film and ocular surface.

Note: eye drops to eliminate the redness should be used only for short-term relief, but no more than two or three days. Prolonged use can lead to re-reddening eyes. This is a side effect of excessive use of the drops Active ingredient ceases to operate, the blood vessels in the eye dilate, the blood flow increases, appears red, and thus develop dependence and abuse drops.

Eye drops without preservatives

Many of these droplets comprise softer preservatives that do not affect the tear film as it does benzalkonium chloride. Now more and more droplets produced with disappearing preservatives. When you drip a drop on the surface of the eye, preservative decomposes into oxygen and water. Examples of such drops are certain drops from the Refresh button and a drop of GenAqua Genteal. Some manufacturers offer generally drops without preservatives, including, BionTears, Refresh and Systane.

Example drops for dry eyes without preservatives - Similasan Dry Eye Relief. They are suitable for use from time to time, in the days when you have to work long hours at the computer.

How long should I use the drops

Usually about three weeks enough to understand and help you if you the other drops. Many people say that a drop of certain products to help them fine, while others are not very effective. Often the droplets have to use trial and error. In some cases, when strongly pronounced dryness of the eyes, you need to moisturize them every two or three hours, to avoid partial abrasion of the ocular surface. In these cases, you should always follow the advice of a physician.

In general, drops for dry and tired eyes should be a temporary solution until you find the root cause eye discomfort. For many people, excessive use of computers, smartphones, tablets and TV plays a significant role in the emergence of fatigue and redness of the eyes.

Drops of fatigue and redness of the eyes - this is an important aspect of care for the eyes. However, if you are relying on long-term "artificial tears", this is a sign that you have a more serious problem that requires a more in-depth examination. It is best to always use drops without preservatives. Try some of these drops, to determine which are best suited to you.

Although it is tempting to get rid of the redness and eye fatigue with the help of drops containing antihistamines strong, be very careful, because the re-flushing can exacerbate your problem.

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