Tears Guard 0.3% – 15ml Eye Drops
Available at Pharmaegy Pharmacy. Use as directed by your doctor.
Intro: Tears Guard is an ocular lubricant containing Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (also known as Hypromellose). It is a classic "artificial tear" that works by increasing the viscosity of the eye's natural moisture, creating a protective film that prevents tears from evaporating too quickly. It is often considered a budget-friendly yet effective daily option for mild dryness.
Indications:
Mild Dry Eye: Relieves irritation caused by a lack of natural tear production.
Daily Irritants: Soothes eyes exposed to wind, sun, smoke, or air conditioning.
Computer/Screen Use: Reduces fatigue and dryness for office workers and gamers.
Artificial Eyes: Can be used as a lubricant for ocular prostheses.
Contact Lenses: Safe for use with contact lenses (can be applied while wearing them).
How to Use:
Dosage: Typically 1 drop in each eye 3 to 4 times daily, or as needed.
Application: Tilt your head back, pull down the lower lid, and place the drop in the pocket. Close your eyes for 1 minute and apply gentle pressure to the inner corner of the eye.
Hygiene: Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface or your eye to keep the bottle sterile.
Crucial Rules:
Shelf Life: Discard the bottle 30 days after first opening.
Wait Time: If using other eye medications, wait at least 5–10 minutes before applying Tears Guard.
Preservative Info: Usually preserved with sodium perborate, which is generally gentler than traditional preservatives.
Generic International Brands: Isopto Tears, Artelac, Genteal, Hypromellose Eye Drops.