Artelac Balance eye drops. Price, instructions, analogues, reviews

Sterile moisturizing instillation Artelac Balance formulated to relieve dry eye symptoms. With the properties of natural tears, eye drops solve many ophthalmic problems. The price of the drug depends on the number of dropper tubes in the package.

Form of release and composition of the drug Artelac Balance

Artelac is a drug for the treatment of tired, dry, irritated eyes. After application, it provides a long-lasting moisturizing effect and a clear view. The active ingredient of the drug is hyaluronic acid. Artelak Balance - eye drops (the price of the drug is different in the regions of the country), which are prepared on the basis of lipids.

Their advantages:

• provide long-term protection of the surface of the eye;
• easy to use, well tolerated and safe;
• act as a lubricant, soothing and relieving symptoms of chronic lacrimal dysfunction, such as burning, fatigue, blurry, or excessive tearing;
• do not contain preservatives.

Artelac contains ingredients natural for tears:

• sodium hyaluronate An effective moisturizer that binds water, nutrients and cleansing ions to the ocular surface for maximum hydration and relief.
• triglycerides, lipid compounds that are a substitute for the natural product of the meibomian ophthalmic glands;
• 2 mg carbomer to maintain optimal droplet viscosity;
• vitamin B12.

  

Formulated with dual polymers to extend the duration of action. Produced by the manufacturer in the form of a transparent solution that has a pinkish tint. Color is given by cyanocobalamin or vitamin B12, which quickly dissolves in tears. The pack contains 1 dropper bottle containing 10 ml of solution.

Pharmacological properties

The lacrimal fluid provides the surface of the eyeballs with nutrients and serves as a protective barrier between the eyelids and the cornea. In a normal state, the natural film of tear fluid is distributed in a certain dosage over the entire surface of the eyes after each blink.

Thus, it prevents from drying out, promotes the healing of microcracks and irritations on the cornea. The imbalance of the protective film leads to discomfort in the eyes.

Dryness is characterized as a disease that occurs due to increased tear evaporation or decreased tear secretion. It is a multifactorial disease of the tears and the ocular surface that leads to symptoms. discomfort, visual impairment and instability of the tear film with possible damage to the eye surface.

The disorder is accompanied by an increased osmolarity of the tear film and inflammation of the ocular surface. Dry eye occurs in 25-30% of the population. Among all the treatment options for this disease, artificial tears are the mainstay in the initial treatment of a patient with dry eye.

Dryness occurs when the tear ducts do not produce enough tears, leading to annoying and unpleasant symptoms such as itching, redness, and blurred vision.

Dehydration causes adverse health effects such as headaches, drowsiness, seizures, or dizziness. Also, dry eye can lead to vision problems.

Sodium hyaluronate, the main active ingredient of Artelac Balance, is known as a lubricant in arthritis medications, but it is also a natural ingredient to support healthy eyes and tear films.

This natural moisturizer has a high water-binding capacity and helps maintain the thickest tear film to quickly restore hydration and comfort.

Artelac is hypotonic and solution, as it helps to restore the physiological osmotic balance of the film and the surface of the eye.

Due to the complex nature of the tear film, it is difficult to develop an artificial tear solution that is identical to human tears. However, many pharmacists have created quality artificial tears by altering the composition, viscosity, or osmolarity of the solution. These funds include Artelak Balance.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Artelak Balance - eye drops (the price for review is presented in this article), which provide restorative effect on the mucous membrane, accelerate local metabolic processes, regenerate tissues mucous membrane. All this is due to the main active ingredient, which contains antiseptic and vasoconstrictor agents.

The drug has a protective effect on the cornea due to the softening, lubricating effect of one of the ingredients. The viscosity of the drug increases the time of action of the solution on the cornea.

With the introduction of eye drops, several absorption pathways are possible, and an excessive amount of the drug can sometimes cause unwanted systemic bioavailability of the drops when they are not completely absorbed.

In addition, the concentration of active ingredients in such drugs is usually very high, therefore, despite correct application of the recommended dose, significant amounts can be absorbed in undesirable ways by various ways.

The bioavailability of conventional eye drops is classified as extremely low, in the order of 5-10%. The corneal epithelium and conjunctival epithelium act as natural barriers that complicate and limit drug absorption.

The systemic bioavailability of lipophilic drugs, which include Artelac, is high, maximum plasma concentrations are reached quickly. They are absorbed mainly through the cornea, conjunctiva and nasal mucosa.

The lacrimal fluid is drained from the conjunctival sac through the nasolacrimal duct. The solution reaches the nasal cavity, where absorption can also occur through the nasal mucosa. Drops in the systemic circulation do not appear, they gradually come out through the nasal mucosa or when blinking.

Indications for use

Chronic lack of fluid produced by the lacrimal glands is caused by a number of factors, including inflammation and dysfunction of the lacrimal gland, defects of the eyelids, their sensitivity, and poor quality of tears.

When one of these factors occurs, an imbalance in the tear film occurs and symptoms develop, including:

• inflammation on the surface of the eyes;
• redness;
• burning sensation, dryness;
• sensitivity to light;
• feeling tired.

Dryness and soreness, if left untreated, can lead to further inflammation and damage to the cornea. In addition, some medications, such as beta blockers, antispasmodics, diuretics, antihistamines, contribute to the development of corneal dryness.

Eye drops are ideal for contact lens wearers as they stabilize the tear film, keeping the eyes fresh, moist and healthy. Artelac Balance eye drops are prescribed to relieve and soothe persistent symptoms of dryness due to chronic tear deficiency. For the price, the drug is available to many.

Advantages of drops over other means:

• Carry out a protective and moisturizing function.
• Insufficient tear film is restored.
• Relieve eye fatigue during intense and prolonged work with electronic devices, long being under air conditioning, heating, or prolonged use contact lenses.

Drops can be used for treatment and prophylaxis for eye diseases in people using contact lenses. It can be keratoconjunctivitis, erosive lesions of the stratum corneum, dystrophic pathologies of the cornea.

Ophthalmologists often include them in complex therapy for infectious lesions, together with antifungal, antimicrobial therapy. The drug is used for treatment in case of a small microtrauma in the eye area.

Contraindications

It has no special contraindications. Dry drops are not prescribed for patients with angle-closure glaucoma.

At what age can eye drops be used?

The drug is not recommended for children under 3 years of age, since no clinical trials have been conducted in this age group. Many doctors do not see the danger in using Artelak for children, but before using the drug, you should consult your doctor.

Instructions for use, dosage

It is recommended to inject eye drops into the eye conjunctival sac. 1 drop is instilled into each eye 3 to 5 times a day.

All eye drops are applied according to the generally accepted scheme:

• Wash hands before use.
• Before using the medicine, you should make sure that the expiration date has not expired. This is especially important for preservative-free eye drops. Bacteria multiply in them much faster.
• The protective cap of the tube should be removed before each use and closed after use. Keep your fingers away from the tip of the tube.
• For instillation, you should tilt your head back, pull the lower eyelid with your finger. Hold the tube over the eye with the other hand, with the tip pointing down. Then gently squeeze the bottle and add one drop.
• After the procedure, you can blink or close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
• Blot the eye with a tissue or cotton pad.
• Repeat with the other eye.
• Close the bottle cap after each use.

It is advisable to avoid contact of the tip of the tube with the eye or fingers to prevent contamination of the solution. One of the requirements for eye drops is sterility and asepticity.

This is achieved with the help of special technological methods in the production of drugs. Until the bottle is opened, it is sterile.After opening, the sterility is broken and the gradual multiplication of microorganisms begins, especially in the preparation without preservatives.

Side effects

In rare cases, it can cause local allergic reactions. Treatment in such cases is discontinued.

Doctors have recorded isolated side effects:

• burning sensation;
• temporary dilation of the pupil;
• the formation of crusts in the eye corners;
• short-term blurred vision.

The risk of these symptoms increases with frequent and prolonged use of the solution.

Overdose

To date, no cases of overdose have been reported. Dry eye treatment requires an individualized regimen depending on the severity and intensity of the symptoms. It is not advisable to use the drug more than 5 times a day.

special instructions

The solution can be used for 60 days after opening the container. Any remaining product must be removed after this period. Do not swallow the drug, use it after the expiration date. Swallowed drops often cause a slow heartbeat, a drop in blood pressure, and weakness.

If contact lenses have been removed, then they should be put on no earlier than 15 minutes. after instillation of the drug. After the injection, you should refrain from driving until your vision is clear. During pregnancy, doctors do not prohibit the use of eye drops for dryness.

It is important that they are free of preservatives and antibiotics. Since Artelak Balance consists of a water-soluble polymer system, which is evenly distributed in eyes, actively interacts with natural lacrimal fluid, then they do not pose any harm to pregnant women women.

During lactation, it is also possible to use drops, since the active substance does not penetrate into the mother's milk.

Drug interactions

When prescribing a complex ophthalmic treatment, you should follow the scheme for using various drugs prescribed by your doctor. It is not recommended to use the solution together with other drops, as its effect may change. When using several drugs, an interval of 15 minutes should be observed between them.

Artelac should not be combined with certain drugs, as this causes an unclear clinical picture:

• antihistamines;
• diuretics;
• beta-blockers;
• antispasmodics;
• oral contraceptives.

Analogs

Artelak Balance eye drops (the price of which from foreign manufacturers is slightly higher than that of domestic companies) has structural and therapeutic analogs.

Name	Active substance	Package
Artelac Balance Uno	sodium hyaluronate	Dropper tube containing 0.5 ml, 30 pcs.
Artelak Splash	sodium hyaluronate	Plastic bottle containing 10 ml (1 pc.) And 0.5 ml dropper tubes (30 pcs.)
Artelak Splash Uno	sodium hyaluronate	Disposable dropper tube, 0.5 ml, 10 tubes per pack
Systane Ultra	Combined drug	Dosage vials from 3 to 15 ml
Ofta gel	carbomer 974P	Colorless gel, 10 g in a polyethylene tube
Vizin	tetrizoline hydrochloride	Plastic bottle containing 15 ml of solution
Hypromellose P	hypromellose	Dropper bottle containing 10 ml of solution
Artificial tear	hypromellose	Plastic dispenser bottle containing 5 or 10 ml of solution

In any case, before buying a drug or its equivalent, you should consult your doctor. The side effects of all drugs are different, and their effect on the body is also different.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

Do not leave drops in places accessible to children. Keep out of direct sunlight. The optimum storage temperature is from + 1 ° C to + 25 ° C.

The drug is usable within 2 months after opening. Available without a prescription in pharmacies.

Price in pharmacies in Moscow, St. Petersburg, regions

Artelak Balance - eye drops, the price of which on average in the regions is 500–700 rubles, can be purchased in many pharmacy chains.

Region	Pharmacy	Form	Price in rub.
Moscow	Avicenna	10 ml	419
Pharmservice	10 ml	440
Planet Health	10 ml	450
Eco world	10 ml	950
St. Petersburg	Planet Health	10 ml	450
Uteka	10 ml	500
City Farm	10 ml	670
Baltika-Med	10 ml	930
Volgograd	Rigla	10 ml	748
Uteka	10 ml	660
Be healthy	10 ml	780
Kaluga region	Maksavit	10 ml	590
Aloe	10 ml	800
Anapa	Planet Health	10 ml	420
Rigla	10 l	950
Be healthy	10 ml	990
Buryatia	Rigla	10 ml	760
Be healthy	10 ml	760
Irkutsk region	ASNA	10 ml	620
Be healthy	10 ml	700
Rigla	10 ml	700
Kazan	Planet Health	10 ml	380
Be healthy	10 ml	850
Rigla	10 ml	850
Eagle	Uteka	10 ml	719
Tyumen	Planet Health	10 ml	418
Uteka	10 ml	595
Be healthy	10 ml	950
Rigla	10 ml	1 thous. 095

Since drops are premium hydration preparations, they are more expensive compared to other, simpler counterparts.

Artelak Balance, possessing good protective properties, does not eliminate the root cause of eye diseases, but the price-quality ratio is quite justified, since eye drops are highly effective and security.

Article design: Vladimir the Great

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