Ocular lubricant ophthalmic for Dry Eye Disease User Reviews (Page 3)
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Reviews for Ocular lubricant ophthalmic
- Tal...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- July 3, 2024
"I am a female 50 who was recently diagnosed with dry eye. I purchased Oasis Tears from them, it worked immediately one drop in each eye. This product worked great for me, and my eyes feel fantastic again. I experienced no discomfort with this product whatsoever. I will continue to purchase (a bit pricey) but a small investment for comfort. My only gripe would be the amount of product in each vial, not much at all."
- Tom...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 18, 2023
"So glad I read all these reviews. I started a week ago with Systane Complete for dry eye and eye fatigue. Thought I was going crazy since my eyes aren’t focusing, can’t keep them open, and have moderate light sensitivity. Seems to be getting worse the longer I use it. Going to stop and try to refresh or blink and see what happens. Will post a follow-up in a while."
- Mae...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 2, 2023
"I just started using the Systane Complete PF today for my dry eye symptoms. The first time I used it this morning, it was fine, but when I used it again this evening, I started to feel bad soreness in the back of my left eye, which is something that I didn't have before using these drops, and it also feels like my eyes are drier than they were before I put the drops in! I think I will be looking for a different drop to help my symptoms."
- Jus...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 31, 2023
"I’ve been using Refresh Mega-3, and I felt relief at first. Then, within an hour or less, the stinging begins, itching and stinging. I want to rub my eyes so badly to stop the burn! This too was recommended by my doctor with a coupon. I'm going to stop using it! Going to buy another brand because I do need the eye drops because of dry eye."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- RJG...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 15, 2020
"I only bought this ridiculous product because my doctor instructed me to use the drops prior to an eye surgery. Just about everything about Oasis is a bad deal. First of all, they are clearly overpriced. 30 little vials for almost $30. You would think that one would be enough to last one day. NOPE! Inside each tiny container, there are only a few drops. When you twist off the top, some of the product oozes out due to the internal pressure. Then when you put the cap back on, more will squeeze out if you don't do it right. Why can't they just package their artificial tears like every other normal company? I can buy Clear Eyes from Walmart for about $2, and the product is 100 times better. My recommendation: DO NOT BUY THIS RUBBISH!"
- And...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- April 19, 2023
"I didn't connect it to the drops, but I have had burning, redness, blurred vision, and floaters since I started using Systane Ultra. I got a new prescription for glasses as I thought my eyesight had changed. I will stop using it today. I have been using this product for the last 6 months, so hope no permanent damage has been done. Avoid. MHRA should also look into the product."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 10 years or more
- August 20, 2020
"I have been using Lacriserts for 12 years. They are remarkable. So why have they stopped making them? Walgreens says they are the only provider, and they can no longer get them. Please let me know where I can get these."
- Sys...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 14, 2022
"A year ago, I was given a small bottle sample of Systane for my dry eyes. But I seldom used it, and I observed most of the time my vision is blurry. Recently, after getting a pair of glasses, the optometrist prescribed Systane to me for dry eyes. So I finally bought a twin pack. Been using it on occasional days for 2 weeks and feeling a light burning sensation. On the 3rd week, I used it for 5 days in a row, and on the 3rd day, I started seeing 3-4 gray-black floaters in one eye. On the 5th day, I woke up with too many floaters plus a web-like sticky vision that moves whenever I move my eye from left to right. I went back to the optometrist and relayed about my floaters. She advised me to see an ophthalmologist ASAP. I even asked her maybe it was caused by Systane, and she said no, Systane doesn't cause floaters. But why did I get floaters suddenly after days of using Systane? Why are they prescribing this to people if it causes eye damage? I wish someone would investigate this product."
- Lar...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- December 4, 2024
"My experience with Systane has been nothing but positive. The drops were soothing from the second I put them in. That night, I drove my tractor-trailer from San Antonio to Dallas and back with no problems. Will monitor for any problems or issues going forward."
- Suz...
- April 6, 2019
"Side effects horrific. Bloodshot eyes, pain, unbelievable itching that almost had my eye surgery canceled. Ophthalmologist claims it is because only the individual applicators are the only ones that are preservative-free, and that is what caused the adverse terrible effects. What was worse, the skin under my eyes was literally burnt to a crisp after using 1 week. Ultra, gel drops, and nighttime gel all caused the same terrible results. Read carefully what Alcon writes: preservative-free is only in the individual packets."
- SBe...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 13, 2020
"I’ve only used these drops a few times for my dry eyes, as the doc recommended, but what I find is they seem like they are just “sitting on top” of my eye without actually absorbing for a long time. Does not feel hydrating, more like irritating. I don’t have any problems with itching or burning, but they do seem to make my eyes blurrier after I put them in for quite a while, and my eyes will not focus as well. Last night, when I was driving home at night after using these about an hour prior to that, it was harder to see and the lights had more of a halo effect. I have had much better luck with simple artificial tear drops."
- Cin...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 14, 2024
"I've been using Blink for a number of years but now need to switch to a preservative-free eye drop. Systane was recommended, so I tried it, and my eyes became very irritated and watery as I added drops and the day wore on. Blink 'reset' my eyes. I am allergic to the active ingredients in Systane, so I began looking for a PF eye drop that had different active ingredients and found Refresh Tears. This was a much better fit for my eyes, and they feel much better. Just because your eyes react badly (allergy) to a particular brand doesn't mean they're bad eye drops, as stated by other reviewers; it just means they're not right for your eyes. The same is true with any medication. What is effective for one person may not be effective for another, even for the same condition."
- sar...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- August 26, 2022
"I had both cataracts removed 12 weeks ago. I have always had dry eyes, and the eye surgeon suggested I use the Systane Complete PF (preservative-free) or the Systane Hydration PF (preservative-free). I use the Systane Complete PF 1 or 2 times a day. Works, no complaints. When I wake up, I do need to take a warm washcloth and gently blot each eye with warm water. Have also tried the Systane Hydration PF and have to use it several times a day compared to the Systane Complete PF."
- Pud...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- June 14, 2018
"I have severe dry eyes due to radiation of the left eye. This is the ONLY eye drops that have really helped. I usually use them twice a day. If I do not, my eyes are very irritated. I am very disappointed because the pharmacy I use has discontinued stocking them because of the cost. Many of my friends have changed to FreshKote, they are worth the extra cost. My sight is worth the cost."
- pre...
- January 8, 2023
"I only used Systane for 3 days for mild blepharitis. It caused blurriness and extremely pronounced puffiness under the eyes (with a red vein very pronounced). It also caused a migraine. Over-the-counter allergy pills seem to have a better effect on relieving most of the symptoms. Will not use it again."
- Don...
- June 28, 2019
"I bought a two-pack of your new complete from my eye doctor, and I used it a few days. Each time, a bad burning in both eyes. Can't use it. I would like to make others aware of this product and for you to figure it out. I switched to TheraTears with no problems."
- amk...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- August 26, 2018
"I have both age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and Fuchs dystrophy. Soothe XP, initially provided to me by my ophthalmologist as a sample for trial, has given me significant relief of dry eye discomfort. I have had no side effects whatsoever."
- Del...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- April 20, 2020
"I'm using Refresh Optive Mega-3 with flaxseed, and it helps immensely. So far, I haven't had any side effects. I was diagnosed with macular degeneration and dry eyes on Sept. 24, 2019, and have been using Refresh since that time."
- Pal...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 20, 2021
"Started using Systane Complete after the pharmacist recommended it to help with the sudden appearance of floaters. I made an appointment with an optometrist a week away. I started getting light streaks that night after two doses, but I didn't make the connection. Blurry vision as well. I thought it had something to do with the floaters. After a week, I had a complete retinal scan and eye test and was all clear. Nothing wrong. The floaters were normal. I mentioned the light streaks, and he said to keep watch for them, but he could see no reason for them. I did not mention I was using Systane. On a whim, I decided to look up the side effects. I was shocked and somewhat relieved that others had the same symptoms...light streaks and blurry vision. Sweet Jesus! This stuff is dangerous! I threw it out...and hope the light streaks stop."
- Bre...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- June 24, 2024
"I have used TheraTears since 2015 due to Sjogren's Disease. I have opted to only use the vials as I can and have used them over 4 times per day. I have never had a problem using them. No side effects and for the most part, it keeps my eyes moist."
- gra...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- December 9, 2020
"I used the previous formula Systane with no problems, but this new formula burns my eyes. I switched to Genteal, and what a relief to my sore eyes. Both made by Alcon, so I don't know what the problem is, but the Ultra version hurts."
- Luc...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- July 31, 2023
"I have had dry eyes for many years since 2018. I have narrow angle glaucoma and use glaucoma drops every night. I was using Hylo dry eye drops for a few years and my eyes were getting sore for no medical reason, so I chose Refresh Plus. It seems to work for my dry eyes. I use the single-use eye drops and the easy-to-use glaucoma night ones, but I found the single-use ones for Refresh Plus were harder to squeeze because I have neuropathy in my fingers. It's as if the plastic is too hard or thick. I always 'waste' the first drop of any single-use vials and then put one drop in each eye. I found that with Refresh, after that first drop, sometimes I had trouble with the second drop not coming out. Six weeks ago, I started to get sort of moving raindrops in my vision. This is under investigation, along with the floaters I already had. I doubt if it has anything to do with either eye drops, but I am searching for side effects of any eye drops or medications while waiting for a diagnosis. I am curious to read other reviews. *I never recommend meds."
- Not...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 23, 2022
"3rd day of Oasis PF Tears for dry eye. Dr. gave me 2 packages of samples. 10 vials. 3rd day of using and no relief. Luckily, I did not buy this. $25 is a lot of money for a product that is not working and making me hurt more. I have been using Oasis on my left eye and another brand on my right eye. The cheaper other brand has improved my right dry eye. Oasis, nothing."
- Ric...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 23, 2022
"My eye doctor prescribed Systane for dry eye. I started using the product right after my exam, once a day, and since then I had issues with my eyes. Some kind of dizziness, sensitivity to light, and some eventual blurry vision and pain in the back of my eyes, it came and went. I went back to the doctor after one week to check what was going on, as I did not present any of those symptoms before the eye exam. The eye doctor said that I was not using the drops enough times a day. So, I used them more. But I started noticing that weird sensation in my eyes after I used them, like very heavy eyes that would last for hours. So I started to decrease the use of the drops, and my eyes seemed to be getting better, but I still have the heaviness that comes from time to time. So I started to research because I have been dealing with this for almost a month, and by reading these reviews, I am almost sure it is the drops. I am not using them anymore. Thank God it was not such a long time."
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"It took me long enough to notice what the culprit was and thought I should warn others. A few years back, I started using Systane for dry eye comfort, and my left eye got extremely blurry and would not clear. It took months to clear after I stopped using the product, then I was diagnosed with cataracts and had cataract surgery. My eyesight was never so clear until I tried Systane again … guess what? My vision in the same eye got blurred, so I went to see my doctor, who told me laser surgery will clear it… fast forward, COVID hit, so six months passed and it cleared by itself after six months. Not realizing that Systane is the culprit, I used it again two months ago … guess what? Complete blurry vision in my left eye again for two months now and going … I don’t see how they haven’t been in a class action lawsuit yet for blinding people!!!!! Stay far away from this product."