midry eye products
Oculocin Propo
Oculocin Propo is a preservative-free eye drop solution designed to soothe and refresh dry, irritated eyes. It is made using a blend of natural ingredients:
• Propolis, a beehive resin with potential anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties,
• Aloe vera, which is known for its moisturising and soothing effects, and
• Chamomile, to provide calming and anti-inflammatory benefits.
This natural formula helps lubricate the eyes, protect the ocular surface, and bring relief and recovery. Oculocin Propo is suitable for contact lens wearers and those experiencing dry eye discomfort.
Contact: Contact Lens Centre Australia (AUS) 1800 125 023
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. Complete with the Jenvis Pro dry eye report, this comprehensive dry eye analysis tool 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 2, 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
Viscotears
Viscotears Eye Gel is a translucent, viscous gel containing 0.2% Carbomer that provides soothing long-lasting relief for sore, gritty and dry eyes. Available in a 10g tube.*
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 30 x 0.6g single-dose units.*
Contact: Bausch and Lomb Account Manager
Vis.0006.AU.24
*Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Listed.
Systane Hydration
Systane Hydration multi-dose preservative-free lubricant eye drops provide long-lasting dry eye relief1-3 in a multi-dose preservative free bottle.
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
Systane Hydration multi-dose preservative-free lubricant eye drops can be used for dry eye patients before and after ocular surgery and for soft contact lens wearers.
Contact: Alcon Account Manager
ANZ-SYY-2400017.
References
* Systane Hydration contains sodium hyaluronate, the salt form of hyaluronic acid.
1. Rangarajan R, et al. doi: 10.1089/jop.2014.0164.
2. Davitt WF, et al. doi: 10.1089/jop.2010.0025.
3. Rolando M, et al. doi: 10.1089/jop.2008.0026.
S.B.M. Activa
S.B.M. is a global leader for dry eye diagnostic technology and manufactures a range of products, including the Activa. This innovative non-invasive eye-mask provides a complete heating and automatic squeezing technology in a single device, effective on meibomian glands dysfunction associated with tear film evaporation.
The Activa relieves evaporative dry eye symptoms by melting the meibum and unclogging glands to restore natural meibum flow and increase meibomian gland functionality. This unique device mechanically warms and massages the lids, is fast and painless, requires no consumables and after each use the mask can be easily sanitized.
Contact: BOC Instruments (AUS) 1800 804 331
Atlas 500
Analysis of ocular surface health requires a multi-modal approach. The ZEISS Atlas 500 is a state-of-the-art multi-modality solution for the anterior segment of the eye offering corneal topography and dry eye assessments.
The compact system incorporates all assessment analysis tools into a single workstation with DICOM connectivity optimising your clinical workflow.
The Placido-based measurements provide a variety of corneal topography analysis options including elevation maps, corneal wavefront analysis, optical quality analysis, pupillometry, contact lens fitting, and keratoconus screening.
The ZEISS Atlas 500 also provides a comprehensive dry eye report with detailed information on a variety of parameters including meibography, ocular redness, tear meniscus height, tear film break-up time, osmolarity input, and an onboard Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) questionnaire. The ZEISS Atlas 500 is designed to fit into any clinic or practice environment with footprint configuration options to suit your needs.
Contact: med.au@zeiss.com
C.Diag
C.Diag, a cutting-edge dry eye diagnostic platform with integrated artificial intelligence (AI), revolutionises dry eye management. Part of the innovative C.Suite, C.Diag provides comprehensive diagnostic capabilities, including transillumination meibography and an autofocus high definition camera, ensuring exceptional image quality and precise, reproducible results.
Powered by algorithms from over a million clinically validated images, C.Diag sets a new standard in automated diagnostics. Complementing C.Diag, C.Stim offers an advanced intense pulsed light treatment option, creating a complete solution for diagnosing, treating, and educating dry eye patients.
Contact: salesadmin@ellex.com
OptiLight
OptiLight, by Lumenis is the first and only light-based therapy that is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration and listed by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration for management of dry eye disease due to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). MGD is the leading cause of dry eye disease.
Designed by eye care professionals for eye care professionals, every element offers a precise and comfortable dry eye procedure.
The patented pen-like handpiece has been designed to get as close to the lid margin as possible and is customised to fit every curve of the face. OptiLight’s embedded settings, which are based on Lumenis’ clinically validated treatment protocols, ensure safer and more effective patient procedures. The ergonomic intense pulse light handpiece is used for larger areas to successfully break dry eye’s vicious cycle of inflammation.
Contact: Lumenis (AUS) 1800 586 364, (NZ) 0800 239 015 or infoau@lumenis.com
DryEye Forte
DryEye Forte is a patented, advanced oral supplement providing systemic dry eye relief and anti-inflammatory support. This comprehensive, evidence-based formula combines therapeutic levels of EPA and DHA from re-esterified pharmaceutical grade fish oil (mercury-tested and sustainably sourced) and GLA from plant-based Borage oil, delivering a formula rich in essential fatty acids.
Vitamins D3 and E provide strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant support. Vitamin D deficiency has been clinically shown among dry eye sufferers. DryEye Forte 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
Moptim Dry Eye Analyser
The Moptim Dry Eye Analyser (DEA) provides a comprehensive 10-in-one exam capability for ocular surface evaluation. The eight megapixel high resolution camera and outstanding optical design delivers a high level of detail and clarity. It is a dedicated platform with effortless precision in automated functions, including anterior imaging, auto noninvasive tear break-up time (NIBUT), tear meniscus height, meibography and analysis, and redness detection. The intuitive software provides ease of use allowing for personalised patient reports. The DEA can be seamlessly integrated into any practice and mounted on the majority of slit lamps.
Contact: OphthalmoPro (AUS) 1300 578 288
Eye-light
Espansione’s eye-light is an all-in-one powerhouse for ocular surface health. Low-level light therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to promote cellular activity and healing processes within the eye.
As a result, inflammation is reduced, meibomian gland function is improved, blood flow is stimulated to the treated area, and the ocular surface is repaired, reducing the damage caused by dry eye.
Contact: OphthalmoPro (AUS) 1300 578 288
Rexon-Eye QMR
Rexon-Eye is a non-invasive dry eye management device that provides durable treatment for a wide range of dry eye syndromes. It works by applying low-power high-frequency electric fields, capable of stimulating the metabolism and natural regeneration of cells. Rexon-Eye with quantum molecular resonance (QMR) technology treats the cause of the dry eye disease, delivering long-term results.
The instrument is successfully applied and highly appreciated worldwide by ophthalmologists and optometrists who treat dry eye patients at their
practices, dry-eye centres, or hospitals. The treatment addresses a wide range of dry eye syndromes, both evaporative as well as aqueous deficient, as evidenced by published studies in several subjective and objective measurements.1 There are no skin type restrictions, it is a contact-less treatment, and it provides patient with an outstanding experience.
Visit: eyetek.com.au
Reference
1. Studies can be accessed at Resono Ophthalmic, Five steps of QMR regenerative process, available at: resono.it/qmr-technology. Accessed July 2024.
Thermaeye Plus
Thermaeye Plus is a high-quality intense pulsed light device designed and manufactured in Europe to exacting standards. The system delivers targeted fluence (energy) via a 650 nm 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. The device handpiece prevents excessive temperature increases to the epidermis, further assisting with tolerance and safety.
These features allow the operator to treat all skin types safely and effectively.
Contact: Optimed Australia (AUS) 1300 657 720
Lacritec
As an eye care professional, you are acutely aware dry eye can be an extremely difficult condition to successfully treat. Lacritec, as a systemic approach to dry eye treatment, is ideally placed to augment other dry eye treatments and provide superior outcomes. Lacritec uniquely combines the benefits of concentrated fish oil, borage oil, and the proven and professionally researched flax seed oil.
The physiological and nutrigenomic benefits of alpha-linolenic acid, which is derived from flax seed oil, result in a systemic lowering of inflammatory cytokines and prostaglandins that have been directly associated with dry eye symptoms. Stiltec states that the studies showing the effect ALA has on interleukin 6 and prostaglandin E2 highlight the unique benefit flaxseed oil provides in the treatment for dry eye disease.
Contact: Stiltec (AUS) 1800 622 883
Visionix VX120+ Dry Eye
With Visionix VX120+ Dry Eye, you can now screen and monitor several eye pathologies, including dry eye disease. It uses three types of measurements:
- Non-invasive analysis of the tear film and evaluation of the tear film break-up time,
- A colour image of the meibomian glands, and
- Measurement of the tear meniscus height.
Visionix VX120+ Dry Eye is powered by Shack-Hartmann wavefront technology and combines six machines into one device: a wavefront aberrometer, pachymeter, corneal topographer, autorefractor, keratometer, and non-contact tonometer with an anterior chamber analysis.
Contact: Opticare (AUS) 1800 251 852
Cationorm
Cationorm is a preservative-free, hydrating, and lubricating cationic nanoemulsion, suitable for all types of dry eye (aqueous-deficient, evaporative and mixed).1,2
Cationorm targets all layers of the tear film, repairing the lipid layer to reduce evaporation, while lubricating and stabilising the tear film; restoring the moisture balance in the tear film’s muco-aqueous layer; and healing the ocular surface, providing long-lasting protection. 3-6
It is available in both a multidose bottle or single dose ampoules and is compatible with all types of contact lenses without the need to remove them.7 The recommended dosage of Cationorm is one drop per eye, up to four times daily as needed.7
Visit: cationorm.com.au
For medical information, please contact CSL Seqirus Medical Information on (AUS) 1800 642 865 or aunz.medicalinformation@seqirus.com
Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Information: Cationorm multi dose (10 ml) Authority required (STREAMLINED) 6172. Refer to PBS Schedule for full authority information. Cationorm (30 x 0.4 ml) is not listed on the PBS.
Date of Preparation: September 2024 AU-CATI-24-0090
References
1. Therapeutic Goods Administration. Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods –Public Summary Seqirus Pty Ltd – Lubricant, eye. Available at: ebs.tga.gov.au.
2. Lyseng-Williamson KA, et al. doi: 10.1007/s40267-016-0319-0.
3. Lallemand, F, et al. doi: 10.1155/2012/604204.
4. Daull, P, et al. doi: 10.1111/jphp.12075.
5. Amrane, M, et al. doi: 10.1016/j.jfo.2014.05.001.
6. Robert, P. Y, et al, doi: 10.5301/ejo.5000830.
Myah
Myah from Topcon Healthcare is an all-in-one device that offers an evolving platform that provides the tools and technologies required to support myopia management and to add or grow dry eye management to your clinical practice.
For dry eye management, Myah offers noninvasive tear break-up time (NIBUT), meibomian gland imaging with the area of loss analysis, tear meniscus height analysis, blink analysis, real fluorescein imaging and video acquisition, and video review of anterior corneal aberrations between blinks.
The Myah is a one-time-investment for any busy clinic looking to build, manage or grow its myopia and dry eye practice.
Envision
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, and fractional microneedling RF for highly efficacious eye care procedures.
Visit: inmode.com.au
Medmont Meridia Professional
Alongside limbus-to-limbus colour topography, the Medmont Meridia Professional offers advanced dry eye assessment functions that are indispensable for assessing the ocular surface and contact lens fit. These include anterior eye imaging and video (white, infrared, and cobalt light), meibography, fluorescein imaging and video, tear meniscus height and non-invasive tear break-up time tests, grading scales
(Efron, BHVI, and Meiboscale), and engaging patient dry eye reports.
Contact: Medmont (AUS) 03 9259 0800
Hylo
Hylo lubricating eye drops are for the long-lasting lubrication of dry, irritated, and tired eyes from external factors, e.g. air conditioning, dust, pollution, smoke etc. They may also be recommended for use after surgical procedures on the eye.
Hylo-Forte improves the lubrication of eyes that are experiencing severe or persistent dryness; Hylo-Fresh improves the lubrication of eyes that are experiencing mild or moderate dry eye. Both are preservative and phosphate free and deliver at least 300 sterile drops through the unique multi-dose application system. They have a six-month use-up period after opening and are suitable for use with contact lenses.
Contact: AFT Pharmaceuticals (AUS) 1800 238 742 or (NZ) 0800 423 874
NovaTears
NovaTears is a preservative-free eye lubricant and tear film stabiliser in a multi-dose bottle specifically designed for the relief of evaporative dry eye disease. NovaTears drops are for the lubrication of the eye surface, the stabilisation of the tear film, and to provide relief from dry and irritated eyes.
As well as being free of preservatives, NovaTears is phosphate and water free, and can be used for six months after opening. NovaTears demonstrated statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvements in the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease associated with meibomian gland dysfunction in as little as two weeks.1
Contact: AFT Pharmaceuticals (AUS) 1800 238 742 or (NZ) 0800 423 874
Reference
1.Tauber J, et al. on behalf of the GOBI Study Group. doi: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2022.12.021.