Eye drops to reduce intraocular pressure

Eyes allow a person to receive about 90% of all information coming to him. The deterioration of their condition can provoke very serious diseases, which then will be difficult to fight. For prevention, it is necessary to use drops from eye pressure.

It is very important for every person to preserve their vision for a long time. But there are many factors that worsen the quality of life and make people dependent on drugs. Prolonged work at the computer, non-compliance with the rules of reading, poor lighting can eventually lead to visual impairment. Therefore, it is necessary to be attentive to your health and take timely measures to strengthen it - regardless of age.

Eye pressure - what is it?

The human eye is a system of fluid circulation between the cornea and the lens, which allows it to nourish the eyeball and focus images on the retina. Poor circulation leads to the fact that the eye is poorly washed with eye fluid, becomes available for any infection and does not see well.

If the outflow of fluid decreases, it begins to put pressure on the outer shell. There is intraocular pressure. Its normal limits are from 12 to 22 mm Hg. Art. Minor jumps in the direction of increasing or decreasing intraocular pressure can occur during the day or a certain period of the year.

The reasons for this are as follows:

• physical and mental stress;
• alcohol consumption;
• change in heart rate;
• cough;
• a large amount of liquid drunk;
• frequent stress;
• hypertonic disease;
• malfunctions of the endocrine system;
• infectious diseases;
• menopause;
• genetic predisposition;
• chemical poisoning.

High blood pressure is often observed in people who have reached the age of 40 and those who are overweight.

Signs and consequences of increased intraocular pressure

The rhythm of modern life often leads to the fact that a person simply does not have time to notice changes in his health. The habit of reading while lying down in dim light or in a moving vehicle, spending many hours at a computer monitor lead to eye fatigue. Headaches and flies before the eyes that occur during this, many people do not always correlate with the hard work of the eyes. But this is a sure sign that intraocular pressure is elevated. So, immediate treatment is needed.

A neglected disease, an untimely visit to an ophthalmologist can lead to a dangerous disease - glaucoma. This is a decrease in vision and possible complete blindness.

How to deal with intraocular pressure?

If you begin to notice the symptoms described above, you should definitely visit an ophthalmologist who will conduct an examination and prescribe timely treatment. First, the doctor measures the intraocular pressure (performs tonometry) and, if necessary, prescribes an additional examination to identify the reasons for the pressure deviation from the norm.

There are 3 types of such drops:

• cholinomimetics;
• sympathomimetics;
• prostaglandins.

The former constrict the pupil, as a result of which the amount of fluid in the tissues decreases and the pressure normalizes. Cholinomimetics work up to 6 hours, besides, when using them, there is a slight burning sensation and blurred vision.

Preparations of the second group not only help the eyes, but also have a positive effect on the nervous system. As side effects, redness of the eyes, arrhythmia, an increase or decrease in pressure were noted.

Prostaglandins reduce the amount of intraocular fluid and ensure the normal functioning of tissues. They act for 24 hours, but at the same time, a slight redness and burning sensation will still have to be tolerated.

Prevention of any disease, including vision problems, is always safer and cheaper than subsequent treatment. Therefore, regular consultations with an ophthalmologist in this case are a good way to push back old age and improve your life.

Despite the abundance of drugs for intraocular pressure - you can find a large list in any medical reference book - and their availability in the pharmacy network, in no case should you self-medicate.

This is due to the fact that each person is individual, before prescribing treatment, the doctor takes into account:

• all concomitant diseases (presence or absence of hypertension, disruption of the heart or brain, etc.);
• age;
• general condition of the body.

If unpleasant symptoms do not affect vision, then treatment consists only in bringing the pressure back to normal. In this case, only local remedies are sufficient, the treatment consists in the use of eye drops. With persistent pathological changes, surgical intervention is necessary. In order not to have to resort to extreme measures, you need to pay attention to alarming symptoms as early as possible and start treatment with simple means that reduce pressure. With the help of drops, you can stop the development of such a serious disease as glaucoma.

The most popular drops for glaucoma

1. If the doctor has diagnosed glaucoma, then one of the most commonly used drugs in the treatment of this disease is timolol. It is indicated for various forms of glaucoma and is used at bedtime. It should be used after consulting a doctor, as it lowers both high and normal blood pressure.
2. Betoptik is a medicine that can fight glaucoma. The result of its action is an improvement in vision and a stop in the contraction of eye tissues. Since different people react differently to drops from eye pressure, a doctor's supervision is necessary at the beginning of the use of the drug.
3. Xalatan - drops that differ from the previous two by a long time of action, but have side effects, for example, blurred vision, conjunctivitis, pupil discoloration, an allergic reaction may occur.

Any medicine should be used only after the recommendation of an ophthalmologist. Exact implementation of the doctor's instructions is the key to success. It is very important to strictly observe the dosage and frequency of application of drops. When a doctor prescribes several drugs, it is important to take into account and remember the time of taking each (in order not to get confused, make notes in a notebook or reminders on your mobile phone).

Instillation technique

Perform proper instillation. Tilt your head back, look up. Pulling the lower eyelid, drip the drug into the eye. Then close it, massage lightly to evenly distribute the medicine and open it after a couple of minutes.

Do not forget about the rules of hygiene. Wash your hands before instillation and do not touch the bottle to your hands, eyelashes or eyelids.

Reviews

Patients who have experience using drops to reduce intraocular pressure, note only the positive effect of these drugs. Such treatment is quite convenient. You can always carry a bottle of drops with you, use it easily and simply at home, at a party and at work.

Drops that reduce pressure should be the first aid for people at risk. Remember that increased intraocular pressure should not be ignored. This is the only way to avoid dangerous diseases and improve the quality of your life.