What do TheraTear products treat?
TheraTear products are used to treat dry, irritated eyes. If you have dry eyes, your eyes are probably causing you discomfort. Your eyes may feel like they are irritated, stinging, or burning. TheraTear products contain ingredients that reduce symptoms of dry eyes by lubricating your eyes.
Dry eyes may be temporary or may last a longer period of time. There are many things that can cause dry eyes, some of which are listed below.
- Looking at your computer or other electronic devices for too long
- Eye surgery
- The environment around you is dry or polluted
- Natural aging or conditions related to aging such as menopause
Certain medicines such as antihistamines for allergies, decongestants for stuffiness, medicines for blood pressure, hormone replacement medicine, or antidepressants
What are the possible side effects of TheraTear products?
TheraTear products are generally safe to use. Side effects may vary depending on the ingredients in the specific product you are using. A possible side effect is blurry vision right after using a liquid gel product. Because of this, it is recommended to use a liquid gel product at night, before bedtime. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you have blurry vision or are unable to see clearly.
- If your TheraTear product is a form that you swallow, carefully look at the list of ingredients in the product you are taking. Your pharmacist can help you if you have any questions.
Stop using the product if you get a rash or hives. Get medical help right away if you have signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing or swelling of the face, lips, or throat.
What should I know before using TheraTear products?
When using a TheraTear product that you apply to your eye, do not touch the tip of the product to any surface. For example, do not touch the dropper with your fingers. Also, be sure to replace the cap after you use a multi-use product. These steps may help prevent germs from getting into the product. A contaminated product could lead to an eye infection.
It is also important to look at any TheraTear product before using it. In general, eye drops/liquid gel products should be clear and colorless. Throw away any product that looks unusual, including products that have changed color or contain particles. Germs can easily grow in products that you apply in your eyes.
TheraTear eye drop products can come as a multi-use bottle. If you have a drop that is left on or near the dropper tip after using, gently shake the bottle to get the drop off before putting the cap back on. Also, throw a multi-use bottle away 45 days after opening it for the first time. This is true even if the expiration date is later. Both actions help to lower the risk of germs getting into the product. Consider writing the date on which you need to throw the product away on the bottle. You can also use a calendar or an app. An unopened bottle is good to use until the expiration date.
TheraTear eye drop products can come as single-use. These are preservative-free. You use these products once and then throw them away. Do not reuse these vials even if you have some leftover product. Germs can easily grow in them.
Single-use vials may come inside a foil pouch. Once this foil pouch is opened, throw any unopened vials away 90 days later. Consider writing the date you opened the foil pouch on a calendar or use an app.
Talk to your health care provider about if and when to wear contact lenses while you have dry eyes.
Stop using any product you apply to your eye if you get eye pain, experience changes in vision, or continue to have eye redness or irritation.
Stop using the product, and call your health care provider if your eye condition worsens or if your symptoms last 72 hours (three days) or more. Dry eyes can lead to other eye problems. Also, your symptoms may not be from dry eyes. It is always important to talk to your health care provider about your symptoms.
Do not use an eye drop/liquid gel product after eye surgery unless you are told to do so by your eye doctor. If you use more than one eye product, you may need to use them in a specific order with a certain amount of time between their use.
There may be side effects, additional warnings, and interactions with other medicines that are not listed here. These may vary depending on the combination of ingredients in the specific TheraTear product you are using. Always check the label before using any over-the-counter medicine or supplement. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your health conditions and other medicines to help determine which products are safe for you. Do not take any TheraTear product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
Which TheraTear product is right for my symptoms?
All TheraTear products may help relieve dry eyes. By-mouth products contain ingredients that may help your body create healthy tears and support eye health. These ingredients may include vitamin E or fish oil. TheraTear products that are directly applied to your eyes can help relieve dryness and prevent further irritation.
| Single-Use Eye Drops (Preservative-Free) | TheraTears Dry Eye Therapy
TheraTears Extra Dry Eye Therapy
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| Multi-Use Eye Drops | TheraTears Dry Eye Therapy
TheraTears Extra Dry Eye Therapy
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| Single-Use Eye Gel (Preservative-Free) | TheraTears Liquid Gel Nighttime Dry Eye Therapy
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