Artificial Tears

Question 1

Pharmacology and presentation of Artificial Tears?

Answer 1

0.4ml Eye Drip Single Dose Unit

Stabilises the pre-corneal tear film; lubricates the eye and eyelid, assists in tear production.

Question 2

Indicators of Artificial Tears?

Answer 2

• Relief of irritated, dry, sore and tired eyes

Question 3

Contraindications of Artificial Tears?

Answer 3

• Known allergy
• Hypersensitivity to polyvinyl alcohol or povidone

Question 4

Cautions of Artificial Tears?

Answer 4

• Only to be used in the eye
• Avoid high particulate content environments after treatment (smoke/dust)

Question 5

Side Effects of Artificial Tears?

Answer 5

• Nil

Question 6

Dosing Regimes of Artificial Tears?

Answer 6

• Clean eyes with sterile water/saline then administer 2 drops per eye, PRN

Question 7

Notes for Artificial Tears?

Answer 7

• Permitted in sport
• Avoid multiuse preparations as they contain preservatives