Retaine MGD™ Directions for Use These long lasting drops can work up to 6-8 hours, reducing drop use to only 1-2 times a day. Each box contains 30 sterile single-use containers.
Is Retaine good for dry eyes?
The finding of improvement in both a sign and symptom endpoint with Retaine™ indicates that it is an effective therapy for dry eye patients.Feb 5, 2015
Can you use gel eye drops everyday?
“Unless you've been directed to use over-the-counter eye drops by your doctor, you shouldn't be using them on a daily basis. They aren't meant for long-term eye care, but they can certainly provide relief while you're searching for the reason for your condition,” he explains.
How does Retaine MGD work?
Unlike other artificial tears that can evaporate quickly, Retaine MGD provides longer-lasting relief. It works to add moisture by lowering the salt concentration of tears, while the lipid component lubricates and protects the surface of the eye. Dry eye disease can be caused by inflammation on the surface of the eye.
Is Retaine better than systane?
Systane Balance is an excellent choice for our MGD patients and works even in advanced cases. For those who need more than four drops of artificial tears a day to maintain ocular comfort, Retaine MGD (Light mineral oil 0.5% and mineral oil 0.5%) is an excellent tear.
How often should you use Retaine eye drops?
Usually, drops may be used as often as needed. Ointments are usually used 1 to 2 times daily as needed. If using an ointment once a day, it may be best to use it at bedtime.
What is the best eye drops for dry eyes?
- Best for digital eye strain: Systane Gel Drops.
- Best preservative-free eye drops: Refresh Optive Mega-3.
- Best for severe dry eye symptoms: I-Med Pharma I-Drop Pur Gel.
- Best for nighttime relief: hydraSense Night Therapy for Dry Eyes.
What is the active ingredient in Retaine eye drops?
Is Retaine preservative-free?
OcuSOFT's Retaine HPMC lubricant eye drops will now be available in a patented multi-dose, preservative-free delivery system.
Do Retaine eye drops have preservatives?
RETAINE HPMC Lubricant Eye Drops is a preservative-free Hypromellose Ophthalmic Solution (0.3%) that provides immediate relief to soothe dry, irritated eyes by resembling natural tears.
Is Retaine MGD preservative-free?
Retaine Mgd is a preservative-free ophthalmic emulsion that is used to treat moderate to severe dry eyes.