midry eye products
Optive Fusion Lubricant Eye Drops
Optive Fusion combines hyaluronic acid (HA) and carmellose sodium (CMC) with osmoprotectants to deliver fast relief for dry eyes.1,2
The clinically tested ingredients in Optive Fusion coat the ocular surface with a hydrating and lubricating protective layer. HA is naturally found in the eye and acts as an ocular lubricant.3 CMC is a mucoadhesive agent, which lubricates and protects the eye surface, while osmoprotectants, including glycerin, help restore osmotic balance and hydrate the cells on the eye surface.2
Optive Fusion is compatible with contact lenses. A preservative-free formulation is available in addition to a multidose bottle.4
References available at mivision.com.au
AU-OPF-230004. Jul 23.
Cequa
Cequa (ciclosporin 900 microgram/mL) is indicated to increase tear production in patients with moderate-to-severe dry eye where prior use of artificial tears has not been sufficient.1 Cequa is available via private prescription and on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme for patients with chronic severe dry eye disease with keratitis.2
Contact: Sun Pharma (AUS) 1800 726 229
Review Product Information before prescribing, available on page 95 of this issue of mivision, from www.ebs.tga.gov.au, or Sun Pharma by calling (AUS) 1800 726 229.
This medicinal product is subject to additional monitoring in Australia. This will allow quick identification of new safety information. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse events at tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
Date of preparation: July 2023 CEQ01/2023MIVI2
References
1. Cequa Approved Product Information. Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (pbs.gov.au).
2. Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (pbs.gov.au).
Topcon Myah
The Topcon Myah is an integrated solution that provides dry eye and myopia management, all in one device.
This device features a comprehensive suite of dry eye assessment tools including non-invasive tear break-up time, meibomian gland imaging with area of loss analysis, blink analysis, real fluorescein imaging and video acquisition, and video review of anterior corneal aberrations between blinks.
Visit: topconmyah.com
eye-light
eye-light is an all-in-one powerhouse for ocular surface health, combining the core technologies of light modulation low level laser therapy and optimal power energy intense pulsed light.
eye-light provides an optimal, non-invasive treatment of most ocular surface conditions from dry eye disease induced by meibomian gland dysfunction to Sjögren’s syndrome.
Beautifully crafted from durable stainless steel, the technology
is developed to be future-proof, thanks to an upgradable operating system.
Visit: ophthalmopro.com.au/products
Aelo
Aelo’s focus is on addressing compliance and education issues in dry eye care. This new Melbourne company, founded by optometry practitioners and academics, aims to make eye hygiene a part of daily self-care rituals and transform the way people think about and care for their eyes. The current offerings include an eyelid /eyelash cleanser and an electronic heated eye mask. Its education platform serves the public and optometrists, offering the latest dry eye treatments.
Visit: aelo.com.au
Systane Hydration
Systane Hydration Multi-Dose Preservative Free lubricant eye drops promise long-lasting dry eye relief.1-3
Systane Hydration combines the intelligent delivery system of HP-guar and borate with hyaluronic acid (HA).* It has been shown to provide two times greater moisture retention compared to HA alone in a laboratory study.1 The combination of HA and HP-guar/borate results in greater and faster wound healing (measured in
re-epithelialisation) than HA alone.1
The eye drops can be used for for dry eye patients before and after ocular surgery and for soft contact lens wearers.
Contact: Alcon Account Manager
References available at mivision.com.au
*Systane Hydration contains sodium hyaluronate,
the salt form of hyaluronic acid. ANZ-SYY-2300008
Èyes Are The Story
Èyes Are The Story eye-conscious ‘optocosmetics’ and skincare comprise one-of-a-kind formulas that are not only eye-safe, but eye-luxuriating.
In making Èyes Are The Story cosmetics, toxic ingredients found in mainstream cosmetics and skincare were blacklisted. This new line of optocosmetics and skincare is uniquely formulated for sensitive eyes, contact lens users, and sufferers of dry eye and digital eye strain.
Contact: Good Optical Services (AUS) 03 9645 1066
Viscotears
Viscotears Eye Gel provides soothing relief for sore, gritty dry eyes. Its long-lasting gel formulation is suited for those who need extra protection, added night-time support, or prefer a heavier gel. Viscotears Eye Gel maintains the tear film stability for a period of up to six hours. Viscotears Gel PF is an ophthalmic solution that has a moistening and wetting effect on the eyes. It improves the moistening of the ocular surface in the presence of dry eye sensation, burning or tiredness of the eyes.
Available in two formulations: Viscotears Eye Gel: 10g tube and Viscotears
Gel PF (Preservative free): 30 x 0.6g single-dose units. Both are listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
Contact: Bausch and Lomb Account Manager
Vis.0002.AU.23.
Envision by InMode
Envision is InMode’s non-surgical, non-drug alternative to treat the cause of dry eye. Envision’s complete suite of technologies delivers bipolar radiofrequency (RF), intense pulsed light (IPL) and fractional microneedling RF for highly efficacious eye care procedures.
S.B.M. IDRA for Dry Eye
Diagnostics
The IDRA delivers a comprehensive range of qualitative tests and quantification reports. Diagnostic tests include lipid layer thickness, tear meniscus height, non-invasive tear break-up time, auto quantification, and classification of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD).
It delivers vivid anterior eye imaging, pre- and post-treatment trend reports with graphs for easy interpretation, auto interferometry analysis, auto non-invasive tear break-up (NIBUT) mapping, fluorescein exciter filter, eye blink rate detection, and much more.
Contact: BOC Instruments: (AUS) 02 9643 7888
S.B.M. Activa
The Activa is an innovative non-invasive eye mask that provides a complete heating and automatic squeezing technology that is effective on meibomian gland dysfunction associated with tear film evaporation.
It relieves evaporative dry eye symptoms by melting the meibum and unclogging glands to restore natural meibum flow, which increases meibomiam gland functionality.
This device mechanically warms and massages the lids, is comfortable for patients, and requires no consumables. The mask can be easily sanitised after each use.
Contact: BOC Instruments: (AUS) 02 9643 7888
Evolve Eye Drops
Evolve Hypromellose eye drops offer soothing relief to those with mild
dry eye discomfort. Evolve eye drops boast a unique design, seamlessly integrating the benefits of unit dose, and preservative-free eye drops with the convenience of a standard eye drop bottle. Once opened, the bottle remains viable for up to three months, ensuring prolonged use and cost-effectiveness.
Evolve drops are compatible with all contact lenses. The preservative-free formulation guarantees gentle care, avoiding potential irritations often associated with preservatives. With a generous supply of 250 drops per bottle, your patients seeking consistent, hassle-free dry eye management can count on lasting relief and outstanding value.
Contact: Contact Lens Centre Australia (AUS) 1800 123 025
Oculus Keratograph 5M
The Oculus Keratograph 5M is an advanced placido-based corneal topographer with a built-in real keratometer and a colour camera optimised for external imaging. It has established itself as the most comprehensive dry eye analysis tool available with the Jenvis Pro dry eye report that supports objective grading for dry eye diagnosis. The software enables you to find the cause of dry eye in an easy and reliable way with screening, comprehensive DEWS II and follow-up protocols, leading to an optimised workflow that saves time. The software is also fully customisable and the easy-to-understand reports help to communicate the dry eye status to your patients.
The Keratograph 5M excels not only in dry eye diagnostics, but also in the measurement of corneal topography and pupillometry.
Contact: Designs for Vision (AUS) 1800 225 307
C-STIM Intense Pulsed Light
C-STIM is Quantel Medical’s premium new intense pulsed light (IPL) device designed specifically for the treatment of dry eye.
This IPL device, operating in the 610–1,200 nanometre wavelength, is designed to treat meibomian gland dysfunction, significantly reduce the vicious cycle of chronic inflammation, and decrease demodex folliculorum in skin phototypes I through V.
C-STIM is an easy-to-use, ergonomically designed device with intuitive software, easily adaptable for any clinic or practice set-up. With reduced light absorption in melanin, the inflammatory response in patients is limited, resulting in an overall effective treatment outcome.
Unlike some other IPL devices, C-STIM uses a flash-lamp water-cooling system to guarantee homogenous energy throughout the treatment process to maximise patient comfort.
Contact: salesadmin@ellex.com
Tearcheck All-In-One Dry Eye Management Suite
ESW Vision’s Tearcheck is an educational and diagnostic tool to screen dry eye symptoms. Tearcheck’s touch-based functionality enhances the experience for practitioners, trained staffs, and patients. It educates patients about dry eye while increasing practice efficiency. With eight dry eye assessments, the Tearcheck allows practitioners to establish pre-treatment baseline and conduct
post treatment examinations.
Tearstim is the latest generation of world leading E-Eye intense regulated pulsed light (IRPL) therapy calibrated specifically for dry eye management. Tearstim IRPL is the perfect device for clinics looking to improve patients’ quality of life. It further optimises the dry eye treatment process with an optimal footprint tailored for any clinics.
Contact: Eyetek (AUS) 1300 618 336
Ikervis
Ikervis (ciclosporin 0.1% ophthalmic emulsion) is a once-daily ciclosporin eye drop to help break the cycle of inflammation in dry eye disease (DED).1-4 Ikervis is indicated for the treatment of severe keratitis in adults with DED that has not improved with artificial tears.1
Ikervis is uniquely formulated with a cationic oil-in-water nanoemulsion vehicle, designed to prolong the exposure of ciclosporin on the ocular surface, and enhance tear film hydration, lubrication, and stability.1-3
Contact: CSL Seqirus Medical (AUS) 1800 642 865
Before prescribing, please review the Product Information available from cslseqirus.com.au/products or on page 103 of this issue of mivision.
This medicinal product is subject to additional monitoring in Australia. This will allow quick identification of new safety information. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse events at tga.gov.au/reporting-problems.
Date of Preparation: September 2023. AU-Iker-23-0059.
References available at mivision.com.au
Acuvue Oasys 1-Day
Acuvue Oasys 1-Day has never been beaten in comfort.^
Acuvue Oasys 1-Day daily contact lenses with HydraLuxe Technology are designed for sharper, brighter, clearer vision.§1 The lenses are made with a ‘tear-like’ material that helps the tears wet the lens the way your eyes would.2 They are ideal for patients who need exceptional comfort and a high level of visual performance throughout their day.3 Acuvue Oasys 1-Day also provides superior comfort while using digital screens.4
The lenses provide Class 1 UV-blocking of 99.9% of UVB and 96% of UVA rays, which helps protect against transmission of harmful UV radiation to the cornea and into the eye.^^5
Contact: Johnson and Johnson Account Manager
^31 clinical studies posted on ClinicalTrials.gov, a website maintained by the NIH, evaluated subjective comfort as primary or secondary endpoint for Acuvue Oasys brand two-weekly family and for Acuvue Oasys 1-Day brand family contact lenses as of 29 April 2022.
§ Improved optical performance and vision compared to Acuvue Oasys brand contact lenses with Hydraclear Plus Technology.
^^ Warning: UV-absorbing contact lenses are NOT substitutes for protective UV-absorbing eyewear such as UV- absorbing goggles or sunglasses because they do not completely cover the eye and surrounding area. You should continue to use UV-absorbing eyewear as directed. Note: Long-term exposure to UV radiation is one of the risk factors associated with cataracts. Exposure is based on a number of factors such as environmental conditions (altitude, geography, cloud cover) and personal factors (extent and nature of outdoor activities). UV- blocking contact lenses help provide protection against harmful UV radiation. However, clinical studies have not been done to demonstrate that wearing UV-blocking contact lenses reduces the risk of developing cataracts or other eye disorders.
References available at mivision.com.au.
Lumenis OptiLight
OptiLight is an intense pulsed light (IPL) device designed for a consistent, precise, and controlled light-based treatment of signs of dry eye disease due to meibomian gland dysfunction.
Lumenis’ multi-centre, double-blinded, randomised controlled trial showed that Lumenis IPL with patented Optimal Pulse Technology (OPT) significantly improved tear break-up time, meibum quality, and meibomian gland expressibility.1 The clinical trial joins a long list of studies of Lumenis’ IPL with OPT that have shown the same results, as well as reduction of inflammatory markers.2-5
Contact: Lumenis (AUS) 1800 586 364 or (NZ) 0800 239 015
References available at mivision.com.au.
DryEye Forte
DryEye Forte is a patented, advanced oral supplement providing systemic dry eye relief and anti-inflammatory support. This comprehensive, evidence-based formula contains therapeutic levels of the Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA from re-esterified, pharmaceutical grade fish oil that has been mercury-tested and sustainably sourced; GLA from plant-based borage oil; anti-inflammatory vitamin D3; vitamin E; and rich antioxidants including gamma-Tocopherol. Vitamin D deficiency has been clinically shown among dry eye sufferers. DryEye Forte ’s patented formula optimises the production of anti-inflammatory prostaglandins, reduces ocular inflammation, and restores a healthy tear film. Not sold in pharmacy.
Contact: MD EyeCare (AUS) 1300 952 001 or (NZ) 0800 443 652
Medmont Meridia
In addition to its best-in-class limbus-to-limbus colour topography, the Medmont Meridia Professional Advanced Topographer boasts specialty dry eye assessment functions including: meibography, anterior eye imaging and video (white, infrared, and cobalt light), fluorescein imaging and video, tear meniscus height, non-invasive tear break-up time, grading scales (Efron, BHVI, and Meiboscale) and engaging patient dry eye reports.
Contact: Medmont (AUS) 03 9259 0800
Thermaeye Plus
Thermaeye Plus is a high-quality intense pulsed light (IPL) device designed and manufactured in Europe to exacting standards. The system delivers targeted fluence (energy) via a 650nm filter enabling the operator to treat with greater safety while retaining excellent efficacy.
The compact, portable, easy-to-use device features fractional pulsed technology and a water-cooled optical grade sapphire crystal delivery system, providing epidermal cooling to reduce thermal spread and risk of burning. These features allow the operator to treat all skin types.
Any orders placed before the end of 2023 will come with a complimentary Xenon flash lamp including 30,000 free flashes
to double your financial return.
Contact: Optimed Australia on (AUS) 1300 657 720
Vita-Pos
Vita-Pos is a smooth, sterile, preservative-free ointment that keeps dry eyes lubricated during the night. The formula contains retinol palmitate 138µ/g (equivalent to 250 IU/g vitamin A). For all forms of dry eye and with a use period of six months after first opening.
Contact: AFT Pharmaceuticals (AUS) 02 9420 0420
Hylo-Forte
Hylo-Forte (sodium hyaluronate 2 mg/mL) is a higher viscosity eye drop for more intensive treatment of severe dry eye, or post-operative use. Preservative-free with a unique multi-dose application system, Hylo-Forte can be used for six months after opening with at least 300 drops per10mL pack. The product is compatible with contact lenses.
Contact: AFT Pharmaceuticals (AUS) 02 9420 0420
VX120+ Dry Eye
With a more advanced approach to screening, evaluating, and monitoring keratoconus progression, we can now give our patients better treatment options like orthokeratology. This is where a highly powerful diagnostic instrument comes in. The VX120+ Dry Eye is a multi-function wavefront anterior segment analyser with the capability of five instruments in one machine.
The VX120+ Dry Eye incorporates placido ring corneal topography, a dry eye anterior imaging module, Scheimpflug optical pachymetry, Shack-Hartmann wavefront aberrometry, and non-contact tonometry.
Its placido ring corneal topography module is helpful in the early detection and ongoing monitoring of keratoconus through the following data: Keratoconus Probability Index (KPI); axial, tangential elevation, and refraction maps; internal astigmatism measurements; corneal aberrometry; and eccentricity and meridian tables.
Contact: Opticare (AUS) 1800 251 852
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