Systane User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• disap...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 4, 2019

For Dry Eye Disease "Just picked a bottle of "Complete" basis a doctor recommendation. The bottles' in the trash after a second use. The eyes felt MUCH worse after use, than before. Maybe the gel would be better, But with $10 up in smoke, it won't be Systane."

• max
• September 19, 2020

For Dry Eye Disease "I do not like Systane UD as it does not help my dry eye. The drops are too thick and do not dissolve too easy in the eye. It makes my eye and around it too sticky and I have to wash the eyelid after use. It gives me more gritty eyes. Unfortunately I bought 3 boxes in one go but had to stop using them after a few days. I have to bin the rest of this expensive eye drops. Never again buy any systane products."

• Roche...
• June 27, 2019

For Dry Eye Disease "Has severe dry eyes and my eye doctor recommended the Systane Gel Eye drops - they were uncomfortable at first to use as they seemed to make my vision a bit blurry and eyelashes sticky, but prior to using the my eye doctor has warned me of this and recommended taking it once only before bed instead. It's a medication that isn't really supposed to be used long term and multiple times a day (I've seen other comments where people have apparently been told to use them 4 times a day for 4 week, which sounds very excessive...). All in all, Systane worked well for me as I didn't use it frequently as per my eye doctor's recommendation. It would be blurry and a bit 'sticky' before bed but in the morning my eyes did feel less scratchy and I supplemented these with other single-use eyedrops during the day to keep my eyes nice and wet. So far so good! I've been told to use it for only two weeks and no more than that, so one more week to go and no real ill effects so far."

• Deb
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 10, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "So glad I found this site. I have had dry eyes for years. I used different kinds of eye drops, but mostly Systane ultra and gel. Three months ago I had YAG laser treatment for post-cataract surgery. Ever since then I had cloudy vision due to floaters. One month ago we moved, and I only had the Systane Ultra on hand, not the gel. So I just used Ultra. The floaters started clearing up. Three days ago I bought the gel and started using it. Now the floaters are back. I am going to trash all the Systane bottles and find something that won't affect my vision."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 25, 2023

For Dry Eye Disease "The product works well for my dry eye but the new nano droplet design is terrible. I keep missing my eye. The drops run down the side and all over contaminating the drop. I wasted half the bottle because the drops did not go in my eye."

• dlittle
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 22, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "I was using systane ultra and complete as recommended by my eye specialist. I also use azopt and lumigan drops for glaucoma. I had been using the glaucoma drops for at least 2 years without problems. Shortly after starting to use the systane it became very uncomfortable installing the azopt and lumigan drops. After approx. a couple of months of systane use I decided to try to figure out why my eyes had become so sensitive to light and why it got so it hurt so much when installing my glaucoma drops. Stopped the use of systane and after a couple of days or so no more eye stinging or sensitivity to light. Not everyone will have my same problems but just giving systane users a heads up.....Don Little"

• prese...
• January 8, 2023

For Dry Eye Disease "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."

• Asgra
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 20, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "I notice this week my eyes were dry, I placed 2 eye drops of Systane ultra high performing dry eye relief in each of my eyes. Within minutes the back right side of my head began to hurt and throb. I knew this eye drop cause the pain. I read about the main ingredient polyethylene glycol 400 0.4 can cause head pain."

• Tom
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 7, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "I have allergies and my eyes get itchy so I thought I would try Systane to sooth my irritated eyes. When I put a drop in each eye my eyes became blurred over and I could not see! As it dissipated some I could not longer read the information on the box! It damaged my eyes! I flushed my eyes out three times with water and it still didn’t help! They felt itchy and sticky.. That evening my right eye had a lump that appeared on my lower lid, white is still there! And my eye sight from the eye drops on Friday are still not back to normal! How can a company produce a product that is not safe to use? I am going to call my attorney!"

• Jen
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 16, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "Caused horrible migraines and nausea both times using drops, within 30-40 minutes of using 1 drop per eye. First time I did not think it was due to drops, second time, 2 days later, I realized the cause was the drops. Caused a migraine both times... not a headache, but full on migraine!"

• sharonl
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 18, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "I used Systane Relief for Dry Eyes about 5 years ago and felt my eyes got drier every day. The day I stopped was when my both corneas tore when I woke up and opened my eyes due to my eyes being so dry. I saw my optometrist and contacted Systane. Systane quickly sent a courier to pick up their product and never reported anything back to me. I called them and they wouldn't respond. 5 years later I am having laser surgery to repair my cornea where I had the most damage and lost 1/2 my vision in that eye."

• LL61
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 7, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "I actually just did a search “Systane causing grainy residue” and I was shocked to find that other people have had side effects from these drops. I have also experienced worsened itching, burning and blurred vision. I will not use these. I will inform Optometrist who recommended it."

• Terry
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 4, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "Gave me swollen and puffy eye lids. I quit using Systane lid wipes and Systane complete drops as they made my eye lids puffy. Now I see that Drugs.com lists this as a side effect. Don't take a chance with your eyes. Costco may have to stop stocking this product."

• John
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 30, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "This has been my brand for the past 15 years, product is very good. But new bottle introduced in 2022 is not working well for me, drop that forms at tip most of the time is to big like 3 drops in one, product is wasted, also doesn't fall always vertically in the line of the tip so also waste product. Former container was better."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 25, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "Started using systane on the advice of an optometrist. It seemed to make my eyes burn but I was under the impression that it was fairly benign medication. After a few months of using it periodically it has become obvious to me that systane has been the cause of my blurry vision and eye irritation. I woke up with some bad floaters and thought that it was the beginning of a retinal detachment. Kind of scary and I don't know if it can be attributed to the use of systane but I can tell you that I will not use it anymore. You make your own decisions but I would not advise its use"

• Burned...
• December 4, 2020

For Dry Eye Disease "I used Systane Ultra Drops and I have been experiencing a painful ache in my eye ever since I put the drops in. Had used the gel before with no problem, so I am very surprised. Not happy with the product nor the response when I talked with Systane. Asked to have them send me the medical information containing the pharmacology, indications and contraindications in detail. All they sent me was a copy of the back of the box."

• dbonh...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 25, 2018

"Systane Lubricant Eye drops have been a life saver for my dry eye condition. I have used all of the Systane products and have never had a problem. I am currently using RESTASIS also but still have to use the systane products. (Ultra, Balance, and Gel). Some of the conditions described above may be due to the preservatives used in the multidose products. In that case there are individual one time use vials available that are preservative free. "

• Skitt...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 11, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "I had some chemical go into my eyes on 18th December. The only symptom was some white discharge I was put on moxigram lx and systane ultra. Since 6th January I have been seeing floaters and flashes. I went and got my eye retina checked and got to know that the vitreous fluid is sticking very tightly to the back of the eye and I may get a retinal tear when it separates. I feel my vitreous fluid has changed its properties due to systane ultra as I have started seeing flashes and floaters only recently(6th Jan) . I may be wrong. I can't say. I have stopped Systane ultra today. Will report back and tell u all if my symptoms stop"

• AnnieB
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 6, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "After a period of Dr appointments for red sore eyes, I was given Systane. At first I thought they were amazing but a bit sticky. Then I wondered why my eyes felt like they were turning in or twitching. Today I had to cancel my plans because it was like I had double vision. I realised it started about the same time as the drops and checked here. I must never use again!"

• not...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 1, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "I used Systane complete after my cataract surgery and it burned the inside of my nose and gave my symptoms of hay fever with lots of sneezing. Horrible product and should be taken off the market. I suspect that it's the preservative in Systane that is the culprit."

• MaryL...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 30, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "Glaucoma patient with a corneal graft who needs lubricant for dry eye. Was using Refresh ointment without incident. When I ran out I was given Systane Original lubricant eye drops for use 4 times a day. After a few days I developed SEVERE pain in my eye. My eye was BLOOD shot, lid was swollen, I could barely open it to take my glaucoma drops. Stopped taking it right away. I also wasn’t told about preservative vs preservative free. I am hoping that when this nightmare is over my vision will not be worse. I’ve already been through enough. Be forewarned."

• Ouch
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 24, 2021

For Dry Eye Disease "Have had dry eye for 15 years. Recently my eye doctor provided a sample of Systane Complete. My eyes burn when the drops are applied. Continued stickiness in the eye. Redness of the eye. Would not recommend."

• Bebe...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 28, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "I've used this wonderful product for years, but now I must change. The shape of the new bottle is awful. The product spills all over my face. What was a month's supply, now only lasted 1/2 the time or less. I don't know if the design is to create waste so users must buy more, or if it's just a stupid design that I hope is corrected soon."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 10, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "I don't have a problem with the eye drops they work fine for me. My problem is the bottle after I use it only a few times the liquid will not come out anymore. I shake it and hear it so there's still a full bottle it just will not come out. I throw the bottle away and open a new one. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. It's a waste of my money to keep buying but I really like the systane. I don't want to start another brand, so what do I do?"

• Blood...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2022

For Dry Eye Disease "My doctor recommended these drops to cure my dry eyes. After about 5/6 hours (3pm-9pm) I noticed a blood clot in my right eye, my dominant eye. I experienced blurred vision, also. I admit I put more than the two drops (maybe 3/4) per directions. But I've done the same with other eye drops as well, and had no adverse side effects. I can not recommend this brand to anyone, use with caution if you must!!"