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Artificial Tears are a type of over-the-counter قطره للعين (eye drop) used to relieve symptoms of dry eyes. Dry eyes can occur when the amount and quality of tears delivered to the eyes decreases. This can be caused by various factors, including aging, weather conditions, and staring at a computer screen for long periods of time. It works to supplement the natural tears that are not being produced adequately. They come in both prescription and non-prescription varieties, and are available without a doctor's prescription.
Artificial Tears are eye drops specifically used to relieve dry eye symptoms. It works by supplementing the natural tears that your eyes do not produce sufficiently because of factors such as weather, aging or computer usage. Artificial tears are over-the-counter drops that are available without a doctor's prescription. They come in many different forms and types, so knowing about the different types of artificial tears is important.
Artificial tears are typically used to reduce symptoms of dry eyes. It should not be used as a permanent solution, instead they should only be used temporarily to relieve جفاف العين (dry eye) symptoms until the underlying cause is treated. It may also contain other additives such as lubricating agents, anti-stinging chemicals and preservatives. Using artificial tears with these additives may also provide additional relief for certain dry eyes symptoms.
There are many different types of artificial tears that all provide slightly different benefits to those with dry eye symptoms. It can be found in three main forms: ointment, gel and saline solution. In addition, artificial tears may also come as two different preservative systems: preserved and non-preserved. It found in a single use vial is typically more expensive than other forms but provide the convenience of not having to worry about your artificial tears spilling or going bad after opening.
Artificial tears formulated as an ointment typically have a thicker consistency compared to other artificial tear types, which provides longer-lasting relief and lubrication. Artificial tears in this form also tend to blur vision less than other types of artificial tears because they do not contain the additives that non-ointment drops usually do. Artificial ointment type artificial tears can be found in both preserved and non-preserved varieties.
Artificial tears formulated as a gel typically have a thinner consistency compared to eye ointments. Artificial tears in this form are considered allergy tested, preservative-free, and do not contain any vasoconstrictors which can cause stinging or burning sensations. Artificial tears of this type are less likely to blur vision than those formulated as an ointment but are more likely to blur vision than those formulated as saline solutions. Artificial tears in this form come only in the preserved variety and often contain additional additives such as anti-stinging chemicals or lubricating agents.
Artificial tears formulated as a saline solution typically have a thin consistency and do not blur vision like an مرهم للعين (eye ointment) because they do not contain the additives that non-saline drops typically do. Artificial tears in this form are allergy tested, preservative-free, and do not contain any vasoconstrictors which can cause stinging or burning sensations. Unlike gel-type artificial tears, saline solution-type artificial tears come only in a non-preserved variety.
Single Use Vials Artificial tears come in the form of a single use vial. Artificial tears found in this form are typically more expensive than other forms but provide the convenience of not having to worry about your artificial tears spilling or going bad after opening.
Choosing the right drop is largely a matter of trial and error. Artificial tears are available over-the-counter or by prescription. It should not be used during contact lens wear. Artificial tear products can also be classified as anionic, cationic or non-ionic based on the ingredients they contain. It contains borate provides a longer-lasting effect, but it may cause stinging when placed in the eye. It containing carboxymethylcellulose or hyaluronate may affect contact lenses during wear and should not be used while wearing them.
Artificial tears also vary in their sodium content, which can cause a burning sensation if too much is used at once. It's important to remember that people with dry eyes often have an overabundance of salt naturally, so it's best to use artificial tear products with minimal amounts of this ingredient. It contains preservatives such as thimerosal (MERCK) or benzalkonium chloride (Bausch & Lomb). Artificial tears are sterile unless otherwise indicated on the label. Artificial tears are available in single-dose containers, multi-dose bottles with preservatives, or multi-dose bottles without preservatives. Artificial tear products are not indicated for contact lens wearers.