Question 1

what are tears naturale (artificial tears) for?

Accepted Answer

Dryness: Tears naturale (artificial tears) is the brand name of a popular eye lubricant.  If your problem is only eye dryness and your ophthalmologist has eliminated other causes, then this is an excellent lubricant available over the counter.

Question 2

used a whole bottle with tears naturale, (artificial tears) should this be refilled?

Accepted Answer

How to refill?: Do you mean that you should get more ?  If it worked, and your eyes are dry and need the extra lubrication, then by all means get more.  If you mean can the bottle be refilled, i don't know how you would do this.  Larger reservoir bottles of tears naturale (artificial tears) are not for sale.  The bottle you emptied in use is disposable.  Tears naturale (artificial tears) is a fine product  and very useful.

Question 3

what are the side effects of tears naturale (artificial tears)?

Accepted Answer

None: There are no side effects from this product.  Rarely someone who is highly allergic may be allergic to the preservative in it.

Question 4

could i use "tears naturale ii" eye drops to soak my contacts?

Accepted Answer

No: These are lubricating drops, they are not designed to clean or condition a contact lens. Use contact lens solution only to clean and store your lenses otherwise to increase the risk of a sight threatening infection.

Question 5

i've got dryness in my eyes, doctor advised "tears naturale"  what does this do?

Accepted Answer

Just tears: Your doctor is just asking you to use supplemental artificial tears to augment your natural tears.  It's a first step to see how you respond. If artificial tears are not sufficient, other dry eye treatment options may be required.

Question 6

want to treat my eye with a bottle with tears naturale, (artificial tears) should this help?

Accepted Answer

Dryness: Tears naturale (artificial tears) is the brand name of a popular eye lubricant.  If your problem is only eye dryness and your ophthalmologist has eliminated other causes, then this is an excellent lubricant available over the counter.

Question 7

is it safe to use "tears naturale ii" eye drops to soak my contact lenses in if i don't have regular solution?

Accepted Answer

Emergency only: Only in a situation where you have no appropriate solution.  The ingredient in the tears is different that saline , or disinfecting solution.  Make sure you soak your lenses in an appropriate solution before reinserting them.

Question 8

evaporative dry eyes. use genteal gel 2x/day n tears naturale (artificial tears) 4-6x. still not comfy when windy. is restasis or plugs a better option? risks?

Accepted Answer

Time for punctal plu: It appears that you need to go to next step of dry eye treatment. have you tried Restasis? If not I would start with that and also punctal plugs. They can try the collagen plugs first and see if you see improvement and then try the permanent plugs.

Question 9

can i use artificial tears like tears naturale ii eyedrops (from alcon) everyday to prevent dry eyes. i'm an it engineer & i always use computer.

Accepted Answer

Dry eye: Tears naturale (artificial tears) is safe for the eyes.  They can be used every 1 to 2 hours for dry eye, if needed.  Remember to take frequent breaks when using the computer for long periods of time.  Alternate choices include systane and theratears.

Question 10

i was diagnosed with"swelling behind the retina"in my left eye . iam 19 years old female no underlying health condition. so my doctor gave me theragran-h and tears naturale eye drops. iam really worried if its serious? does it tend to get worse?

Accepted Answer

: I recommend consulting a retina specialist for thorough investigation, treatment &amp; follow-up, since swelling behind the retina can be caused by inflammation or leaking of blood vessels as seen in some diabetics.

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Used a whole bottle with tears naturale, (artificial tears) should this be refilled?

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What are the side effects of tears naturale (artificial tears)?

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Could i use "tears naturale ii" eye drops to soak my contacts?

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I've got dryness in my eyes, doctor advised "tears naturale" what does this do?

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Want to treat my eye with a bottle with tears naturale, (artificial tears) should this help?

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Is it safe to use "tears naturale ii" eye drops to soak my contact lenses in if i don't have regular solution?

A member asked:

Evaporative dry eyes. use genteal gel 2x/day n tears naturale (artificial tears) 4-6x. still not comfy when windy. is restasis or plugs a better option? risks?

A member asked:

Can i use artificial tears like tears naturale ii eyedrops (from alcon) everyday to prevent dry eyes. i'm an it engineer & i always use computer.

A member asked:

I was diagnosed with"swelling behind the retina"in my left eye . iam 19 years old female no underlying health condition. so my doctor gave me theragran-h and tears naturale eye drops. iam really worried if its serious? does it tend to get worse?

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