Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops for Dry Eyes 10ml
Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops for Dry Eyes 10ml
Preservative-free rehydrating and lubricating drops for dry and tired eyes
Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are designed to relieve dry and tired eyes by combining rehydration with lubrication. The preservative-free formula contains sodium hyaluronate and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and is suitable for everyday use and use with contact lenses.
Overview
Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops work with the eye to help restore moisture and provide comfort when eyes feel dry or tired.
The Double Action formula provides two complementary effects: it rehydrates the eye for immediate relief and lubricates the eye for longer-lasting relief and comfort. The product is preservative-free and contact-lens friendly.
This product is classified as a medical device rather than a licensed medicine, so the product description should remain within its intended purpose of rehydrating and lubricating dry and tired eyes.
Quick Highlights
- For dry and tired eyes
- Rehydrates dry eyes
- Lubricates for longer-lasting comfort
- Double Action formula
- Contains sodium hyaluronate
- Contains hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
- Preservative-free
- Phosphate-free
- Contact lens friendly
- Suitable for everyday use
- 1–2 drops per eye
- Convenient 10ml bottle
Product Facts
Product: Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops for Dry Eyes
Pack Size: 10ml
Product Type: Medical device
Format: Sterile eye drops
Intended Use: Rehydration and lubrication of dry and tired eyes
Key Ingredients: Sodium hyaluronate and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
Preservative Free: Yes
Phosphate Free: Yes
Contact Lens Friendly: Yes
Daily Use: Suitable
Dose: 1–2 drops into each eye
Maximum Use: No more than 10 doses per day
After Opening: Dispose of within 3 months
Who Is It For
Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are designed for people experiencing dry or tired eyes who want a convenient rehydrating and lubricating eye drop.
They may be particularly useful when eye dryness or tiredness is experienced during everyday activities and are suitable for people who wear contact lenses.
Current product information lists the drops as suitable for adults and teenagers. They are not suitable for children or for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Key Benefits
- Rehydrates dry eyes for immediate relief
- Lubricates the eyes for longer-lasting relief and comfort
- Helps restore the eye's natural moisture
- Suitable for dry and tired eyes
- Preservative-free formulation
- Suitable for use with contact lenses
- Suitable for everyday use
Why Choose This Product
- Dual-action rehydrating and lubricating formula
- Specifically intended for dry and tired eyes
- Contains 0.2% sodium hyaluronate
- Contains 0.2% hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
- Preservative-free
- Does not contain phosphates
- Contact lens friendly
- Suitable for everyday use
- Convenient multidose 10ml bottle
- Can be used up to 10 times daily when required
Helpful Product Information
Quick Answer
Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are used for dry and tired eyes. Apply 1–2 drops into each eye and blink several times to distribute the drops. Do not use more than 10 doses per day.
What Does Double Action Mean?
The formula is designed to both rehydrate and lubricate the eyes. Rehydration provides immediate relief, while lubrication provides longer-lasting relief and comfort.
Can I Use Them With Contact Lenses?
Yes. Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are specifically described as contact lens friendly and suitable for use with contact lenses.
Are They Preservative Free?
Yes. The current formulation is preservative-free and does not contain phosphates.
Trust & Pharmacist Advice
Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are a medical device intended to rehydrate and lubricate dry and tired eyes.
Always wash and dry your hands before applying eye drops and avoid allowing the bottle tip to touch the eye, eyelids or other surfaces.
Dry-eye symptoms can have many causes. Speak to your pharmacist, optometrist or doctor if symptoms are persistent, recurrent or worsening despite using lubricating eye drops.
Seek prompt medical advice for significant eye pain, sudden changes in vision, marked redness, eye injury or symptoms suggesting an eye infection rather than simple dryness.
Always read the label and instructions supplied with the product.
Not Suitable For
Do not use:
- If you are allergic or sensitive to any ingredient
- If the tamper-evident seal is broken or damaged before first use
- After the expiry date
- More frequently than instructed
Current manufacturer-aligned product information states that this product is not suitable for children or for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
How to Use
- Wash your hands thoroughly before use.
- Remove the tamper-evident seal before first use and remove the cap.
- Tilt your head backwards.
- Gently squeeze 1–2 drops into each eye.
- Blink a few times to distribute the drops across the eye.
- Replace the bottle cap securely after use.
Use no more than 10 doses of 1–2 drops per eye per day.
For use in the eyes only.
Ingredients
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose – 0.2%
Sodium Hyaluronate – 0.2%
Boric Acid
Sodium Chloride
Sodium Tetraborate Decahydrate
Water for Injection (WFI)
Preservative-free.
Nutritional Information
Not applicable.
Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are a medical device and not a food supplement.
Warnings
For use in the eyes only.
Do not use more than 10 doses of 1–2 drops per eye per day.
Do not use if the tamper-evident seal is broken or damaged before first use.
Do not use after the expiry date.
Current product information states that the drops are not suitable for children or for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Store between 2°C and 25°C.
Dispose of the bottle within 3 months of opening.
If eye irritation develops, persists or becomes worse, discontinue use and seek advice from a pharmacist, optometrist or doctor.
Always read the label and instructions before use.
Delivery in Ireland
Order Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops for Dry Eyes 10ml online from Lir Pharmacy for convenient delivery throughout Ireland.
Your order is carefully prepared and dispatched by Lir Pharmacy to your nominated delivery address.
FAQs
What are Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops used for?
Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are intended for dry and tired eyes. Their Double Action formula rehydrates the eye for immediate relief while also providing lubrication for longer-lasting relief and comfort. The drops contain sodium hyaluronate and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and are preservative-free. They are suitable for everyday use when used according to the instructions supplied with the product.
How do Optrex Double Action Dry Eye Drops work?
The product combines rehydration and lubrication. This is why Optrex describes it as a Double Action formula. It works with the eyes to help restore their natural moisture, providing immediate rehydration together with lubrication for longer-lasting comfort. This makes the drops suitable for relieving the symptoms of dry and tired eyes.
How many Optrex Double Action drops should I use?
Wash your hands thoroughly and tilt your head backwards before gently squeezing 1–2 drops into each eye. Blink several times afterwards to distribute the drops. The current instructions state that you should use no more than 10 doses, with each dose consisting of 1–2 drops per eye, in a single day.
Can I use Optrex Double Action Eye Drops every day?
Yes. Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are suitable for everyday use when used according to the product instructions. Do not exceed the recommended maximum of 10 doses per day. If you find that you continually need eye drops or your dry-eye symptoms persist or worsen, speak to a pharmacist, optometrist or doctor for further advice.
Can I use Optrex Double Action Eye Drops with contact lenses?
Yes. This particular Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops formulation is described as contact lens friendly and suitable for use with contact lenses. This can make it a convenient option for contact-lens wearers who experience dry or tired eyes. Always follow the instructions supplied with your eye drops and your contact lenses.
Are Optrex Double Action Eye Drops preservative free?
Yes. Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are preservative-free. Current product information also states that they do not contain phosphates. The formulation includes sodium hyaluronate and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose as the principal lubricating and rehydrating components.
Do Optrex Double Action Eye Drops contain sodium hyaluronate?
Yes. The formulation contains sodium hyaluronate at 0.2%. It also contains 0.2% hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, together with boric acid, sodium chloride, sodium tetraborate decahydrate and water for injection. Always check the packaging supplied with your bottle for the most current ingredient information.
Can teenagers use Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops?
Current product information describes Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops as suitable for adults and teenagers. It also states that the product is not suitable for children. If you are uncertain whether the drops are appropriate for a younger person, ask your pharmacist, optometrist or doctor before use.
Can I use Optrex Double Action Eye Drops during pregnancy?
Current product information states that Optrex Double Action Rehydrating Eye Drops are not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and are experiencing dry eyes, speak to your pharmacist, optometrist or doctor about an appropriate eye-lubricating product.
How long can I keep Optrex Double Action Eye Drops after opening?
The bottle should be disposed of within 3 months of opening. Store the product between 2°C and 25°C and do not use it after the expiry date. Keeping the bottle securely closed and following the handling instructions helps minimise contamination of the eye-drop solution during use.
Can I use Optrex Double Action Eye Drops for red or painful eyes?
These drops are specifically intended to rehydrate and lubricate dry and tired eyes. Significant redness or eye pain can have causes other than simple dry eye and may require professional assessment. Seek advice promptly if you develop significant pain, sudden visual changes, marked redness, an eye injury or symptoms that are severe or worsening rather than relying solely on lubricating drops.
When should I seek advice about persistent dry eyes?
Speak to your pharmacist, optometrist or doctor if dry-eye symptoms persist, regularly recur or become worse despite using lubricating eye drops. Prompt assessment is particularly important if dryness is accompanied by significant pain, marked redness, light sensitivity, discharge, injury or changes in vision. Optrex Double Action is intended for dry and tired eyes and should not delay assessment of unexplained or concerning eye symptoms.
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