Riboflavin (Riboflavinum) eye drops. Price, instructions for use, reviews

Riboflavin - effective vitamin eye drops, which are often used to treat patients with pathologies of the visual apparatus. The price of the product is affordable, its effectiveness is high, which allows you to get the maximum result after undergoing a therapeutic course. Despite the vitamin composition of the drug, its use should be agreed with the doctor. This will reduce the likelihood of developing complications against the background of uncontrolled use.

Form of release of drops of Riboflavin

The drug is sold as a clear, bright yellow solution in a small clear glass bottle. This container can contain 10 ml of healing fluid. It has no specific aroma.

Unlike other products, the bottle does not always fit into a cardboard box, it may not even come with instructions. In most cases, the patient receives all instructions from the ophthalmologist for examination.

The disadvantage of packaging the product is that the bottle is not equipped with a dropper; for use, you will need to purchase a syringe or other device.

Composition of the preparation

The healing agent in liquid form contains riboflavin as the main active ingredient. This ingredient belongs to the B vitamins, therefore it has a rather pronounced effect and rarely provokes negative reactions.

The solution contains small amounts of excipients:

• Calcium stearate.
• Talc.
• Sugar.
• A small amount of starch.

The concentration of the active substance in the composition of the liquid can be 0.01 or 0.02%. Depending on the disease, the optimal concentration is selected for the patient.

Pharmacological properties

Riboflavin - eye drops, the price of which is affordable for most patients, with anti-inflammatory and regenerating properties. Since the main substance of the composition belongs to the vitamin components, its effect on the cornea and other tissues of the eye is positive, and the use of the solution is relatively safe.

The tool helps to improve the condition with the progression of inflammatory diseases, as well as malnutrition of tissues, the appearance of small lesions. Against the background of the use of the drug, a reduction in the recovery period is noted, the likelihood of complications from the tissues of the eye or even internal organs decreases.

Often, with eye pathologies, other tissues suffer, so the use of a medication allows you to avoid such complications.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

After getting on the tissues, the drug acts quite quickly, helps to eliminate the acute symptoms of the inflammatory process, and prevents the progression of the disorder. The medication has a beneficial effect on metabolic processes in the tissues of the visual apparatus, which helps to reduce the risk of concomitant complications.

The active substance helps to saturate the tissues of the eye with oxygen and other valuable substances, which also has a positive effect on the patient's condition.

Another effect of the drug is noted:

• Improves metabolic processes and starts the process of tissue regeneration.
• Prevents deterioration of visual function in patients with increased load on the visual apparatus.
• Eliminates eye fatigue, especially in patients whose professional activity is associated with constant work at the computer for a long period of time.
• If the patient has chronic diseases of the visual system, the remedy helps to reduce the number of relapses in a short period of time.
• It has a positive effect not only on the retina, but also on the lens, which makes it possible to somewhat reduce the risk of premature age-related changes.
• It feeds the tissues with the necessary substances, which also has a positive effect on the patient's condition.

The drug is usually well tolerated by patients of different ages, and does not often provoke negative reactions. When applied topically, the liquid in a minimal amount penetrates the systemic circulation, but does not adversely affect the work of internal organs and systems. The concentration of the ingredient in the blood can be detected a few days after the start of use.

The dosage of the substance is low, it does not accumulate in tissues, it is processed in the body. The decomposition products of the active ingredient are evacuated by the kidneys. If the functioning of the digestive and urinary systems is impaired, the process may worsen, which in in most cases, it does not provoke negative changes and does not affect the received therapeutic result.

Indications for use

Riboflavin is prescribed for various diseases, and its affordable price allows you to complete a full course.

Eye drops have many indications for prescribing:

• Diagnosis of riboflavin deficiency, against which "night blindness" often develops. In this case, the patient may not be aware of this.
• Development of keratitis in acute or chronic form. The use of drops in this case is indicated as part of the main treatment.
• Conjunctivitis of various origins. Since the agent does not have antibacterial and antiviral properties, its use in combination with other agents can shorten the recovery period.
• Blepharitis at various stages of development.
• Identification of cataracts. Typically, such disorders appear in elderly patients, and drops help stop their progression.
• Increased intraocular pressure, diagnosed glaucoma in various forms. The solution is usually used in combination with drugs, the action of which is aimed at reducing intraocular pressure.
• Deterioration of visual function. On examination, the ophthalmologist determines the degree of reduction, which allows you to prescribe the optimal duration of the course.
• Increased load on the visual apparatus.
• Identification of changes in the structure of the eye during ophthalmological examination.
• The development of complications from the visual apparatus against the background of the progression of diabetes mellitus. With such a violation, complications often appear, which is associated with damage to the vessels of the eye.

The drug can also be used prophylactically for patients who do not suffer from any diseases.

Contraindications

The medicine has few contraindications for use. The main thing is considered intolerance to the ingredients of the composition.

Other obstacles include the following conditions:

• The period of pregnancy and breastfeeding. This prohibition is not considered absolute, since in some cases the use of a solution is justified. But the decision on the appointment is made only by the doctor, which avoids complications.
• The patient has a severe form of liver and kidney pathologies. Despite the minimal systemic effect, the medication can provoke an aggravation of symptoms.
• Damage to the cornea, eyelid tissue or deep layers of the visual apparatus.

The use of the drug is inappropriate for the allergic form of conjunctivitis, since the solution does not help improve the condition. Only after the relief of acute manifestations is it allowed to prescribe a medication.

At what age can the drug be used?

Riboflavin - eye drops, the price of which may differ in different regions, prescribed to patients over 3 years old.

According to individual indications, it is possible to use the medicine, but after examination. Therapy is usually carried out under the supervision of a physician.

Instructions for use, dosage

The medicine is intended only for intraocular administration after visiting an ophthalmologist and examining the eyes. Depending on the violation, the therapy regimen may differ, but in most cases a standard method is used for all patients. Treatment options for children may vary.

Patient age	Features of the use of the medication
Children and adolescents under 18 years of age	Experts note that the need to use medicine for children is rare. If certain indications appear, the therapeutic course lasts no more than 7 days. The frequency of application per day is no more than 2 times, and a one-time rate in each eye is 1 drop. If necessary, therapy is extended according to individual indications, but this is usually not required. The introduction of drops into the eyes occurs according to the usual technique, when the patient is in a relaxed comfortable position, and the drops are injected into the conjunctival sac.
Adults	The duration of the use of the medication for adults is determined individually. Unlike children, adults can use the medicine for 2-4 weeks if the desired therapeutic effect is not achieved. In a day, drops are administered 2 times with a mild course of the disorder and 3 times with a severe form of the disease. A single dosage for the patient is 1-2 drops in each eye. It is recommended to take a comfortable position during insertion to minimize the risk of corneal injury.

Since the bottle is not equipped with a dropper for ease of use, the introduction of drops can be carried out using a sterile disposable syringe. A small amount of solution is collected into it and the required dosage is injected into each eye. In this case, the syringe is used without a needle, with the help of a needle only the solution is collected.

It is allowed to store the collected product in a syringe and packaging from it for 24 hours. Extending the course and increasing the dosage is possible only according to individual indications and after examination.

Wash your hands thoroughly before handling. It is important to avoid contact of the syringe tip with the cornea. This can cause bacteria to multiply on it and get into the eye when reused.

Side effects

Riboflavin - eye drops (the price of the product depends on the concentration of the component in the composition), provoking negative reactions not so often. But this is not considered a reason for the uncontrolled use of the medication without prescribing or independently extending therapy, increasing the dosage.

Disorders usually affect the eyes, skin in the area of ​​application. Sometimes systemic complications appear, which in most cases are the result of a severe course of local reactions.

The most common disorders are:

• Burning and itching eyes. In this case, the patient combs the affected area, which can provoke an aggravation of symptoms and the development of an inflammatory process.
• Rash on the skin of the face, limbs and trunk. This symptom also provokes itching, which leads to damage to the outer layer of the skin, increasing the risk of infection.
• Swelling of the mucous membranes of the eyes, as well as the nose and mouth.
• A negative reaction to light, which manifests itself in artificial or natural light.
• Temporary deterioration in visual function. This complication can manifest itself even in patients who have not previously suffered from such disorders.

Systemic disorders occur with prolonged persistence of acute allergy symptoms. Patients report severe headache and sleep disturbances, dizziness and irritability. Against the background of these changes, the work of internal organs and systems deteriorates, which can lead to additional disorders.

The appearance of negative reactions is considered a reason for refusal to use. Often, a visit to a specialist is required, who will prescribe drugs that normalize the condition.

Overdose

The medicinal solution does not provoke an overdose. Such cases have not been recorded by specialists. Despite this, you should not abuse the use or increase the dosage without prescribing.

In case of aggravation of negative reactions, the patient can be placed in a hospital for round-the-clock monitoring of the condition and the provision of qualified assistance.

special instructions

The first effect from the use of the drug is observed within a few days after the start of the therapeutic course. If it is absent within 7 days, it is worth visiting the ophthalmologist again. Perhaps such a medication is not suitable for a particular patient.

In the first days of use, negative reactions of a mild form may appear. This does not always require discontinuation of treatment, but it is better to visit a doctor who will determine the need to continue using.

Drug interactions

Riboflavin - eye drops (the price of the solution may differ in different pharmacies), which can be used simultaneously with other medicines. The healing solution does not adversely affect the action of systemic medicines or other agents in the form of drops.

Despite this, the simultaneous administration of the solution with other topical medications is not recommended. In each case, the doctor determines the specific medications and their interactions for the patient.

Analogs

The drug has substitutes with similar therapeutic properties. In most cases, they have a different composition. The mechanism of action of analogs may differ, therefore, the selection of a substitute is carried out taking into account a specific disease.

The most effective substitutes:

• Artelak has an effect due to the presence of hypromellose in the composition. The medication reduces the risk of developing complications with dry cornea, protects tissues from the negative effects of external factors. The drug does not belong to vitamin products, therefore it does not saturate tissues with important substances. Despite this, when using it, there is an improvement in metabolic processes and a decrease in the likelihood of progression of the pathological process.
• Adgelon contains the active ingredient of the same name in the composition and has pronounced therapeutic properties. The drug is available in the form of eye drops with pronounced properties, helps to significantly improve the condition, stimulates tissue regeneration, despite the different composition. The solution can be used as a substitute, but its mechanism of action is somewhat different.

When choosing an analogue, the doctor takes into account the symptomatology of the patient's pathology. Substitutes with other components in the composition can provoke complications and usually have other contraindications, therefore, independent use is not recommended.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

The medicine is dispensed in pharmacies without a medical prescription. When storing it, it is worth excluding sunlight and restricting access to children.

The storage period is 1 year, but it may vary depending on the batch of the product.

Price

You can buy a healing solution for about 60-130 rubles.

Riboflavin is an affordable and effective drops that are used to eliminate the symptoms of eye pathologies of various shapes and degrees of severity. The price of the product is affordable, which allows patients to undergo a full-fledged therapeutic course if necessary. Treatment is best done after consulting an ophthalmologist, which will reduce the risk of negative symptoms when used alone.

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