Tears Guard belongs to the group of medicines known as artificial tears. It is used to relieve dryness and irritation caused by reduced tear flow. It helps prevent damage to the eye in certain eye diseases. Tears Guard may also be used to moisten hard contact lenses and artificial eyes. In addition, it may be used in certain eye examinations.

PRESENTATION AND COMPOSITION 

Dropper bottle of 10 / 15 ml.

Tears Guard contains a unique preservative, hypotonic, aqueous solution containing Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose 3 mg, Sodium chloride, Boric acid, Potassium chloride, Hydrochloric acid (for pH adjustment), Dequest 2060S and water for injections.

Preservative: Sodium perborate tetrahydrate.

PHARMACOLOGY

Tears Guard is preserved with sodium perborate. When in the dropper bottle, this generates a very low level of hydrogen peroxide (H202) concentration of approximately 60 parts per million (ppm) or 0.006% this amount is imperceptible within 1 minute of instillation, the H202 is completely broken down into simple water and oxygen by the eye’s naturally occurring enzymes including Catalase, Superoxide dismutase and Glutathione peroxidase.

The remaining oxygen and water are absorbed into the tear film leaving only the soothing relief of the lubricant HPMC (Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose 3 mg/ml).

No traces of preservative and no harmful chemicals remain.

INDICATIONS

Ophthalmic Lubricant Tears Guard offers tears like lubrication for the relief of dry eye and eye irritation associated with deficiency in tears production, contact lenses (even on worn contact lenses) and exposure to wind, sun or other irritants. Also used as ocular lubricant for artificial eyes or with computer users.

DOSAGE AND METHOD OF ADMINSTRATION

Instill 1 to 2 drops into eye(s) 3 or 4 times daily, as needed.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.

PRECAUTIONS

• Once bottle is opened, discard any remaining solution after 30 days.
• Do not use after expiry date.

ADVERSE REACTIONS

Tears Guard is very tolerated by user but there have been some reports of burning or stinging, allergic reactions and red eyes after instillation. If you notice any of these, discontinue use and consult your eye care professional.

WARNING

If you experience eye pain, change in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours, discontinue use and consult your doctor.

CLINICAL COMMENTS

Clinical studies with patients wearing hydrogel contact lenses soaked in H202 at 60 ppm concentration, show that all traces of H202 were removed from the lenses within 60 second.

INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

1. Wash your hand then turn the cap in a clockwise direction to pierce the tip of the bottle (Fig. 1).
2. Turn the cap in the other direction (counter-clockwise) to open it (Fig. 2).
3. Tilt your head backward (Fig. 3).
4. Pull the lower eyelid down by your index finger while holding the bottle in the other hand, then press the bottle to instill only one drop into the eye (Fig. 4).
5. Close your eye and press on the angle of the eve for around 1 – 2 minutes to prevent leakage of the drop through nasolacrimal duct to your throat (Fig. 5)…. * In special situation you can repeat the steps from 3 – 5 in the other eye.
6. Close the bottle after usage.

For more inquiries about this product ask the eye practitioner or pharmacist.

• Store at temperature not exceeding 30°C.
• Not to be used more than 30 days after opening when stored at temperature not exceeding 30°C.

Tears Guard – Information Leaflet

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