Eye drops for fatigue and tension: a review of the best drugs, as well as which drugs are suitable for computer protection

One of the characteristics inherent in the Chihuahua is the appearance of tears in the eyes. The phenomenon can be repeated with enviable regularity. Most often, this is not a pathology and is due to the anatomical characteristics of the animal. Large and protruding eyes require plenty of moisture, so caring for your Chihuahua's eyes requires more attention and skill. With improper care or lack thereof, the liquid dries around the eyes, forming crusts, which can cause discomfort to the dog and lead to the development of various infections and inflammations.

Clear discharge from a dog's eyes

What is eye fatigue and why does it occur?

The most common reason is working with a computer , watching TV and using other gadgets and devices that cause overstrain of the optic nerve and muscles of the visual organs .
Know! But often such a pathological condition can be caused by other diseases and disorders not directly related to the visual system:

eye diseases (infectious, inflammatory);
pressure changes;
osteochondrosis;
hormonal imbalances;
incorrectly selected glasses or contact lenses;
air is too dry.

Eye fatigue can develop as a side effect after undergoing eye or taking certain medications , the active substances of which negatively affect the mechanisms of tear film formation.

Selection and use of drops for eye fatigue

Eye fatigue medications belong to a group of medications that do not require a prescription from your doctor.
But self-selected medications may be ineffective if you do not first consult with a specialist.

Basically, such products should be selected in accordance with the attached instructions for use.

It always indicates indications, contraindications, side effects, and also provides the recommended dosage (but it may vary depending on the age of the patient and the characteristics of the disease).

Attention! Most of these drugs are intended not only to directly eliminate tired eye syndrome, but can also be used to prevent it.

In particular, many of these medications can be instilled before starting work if you have to spend the whole day at the computer.

On average, the drugs begin to act approximately half an hour after instillation.

Depending on the active components present in them, the duration of action of the solutions is up to two to six hours, and after this period re-instillation is required.

You can find out how long the product lasts experimentally and instill further drops as needed.

The main danger when making your own choice is possible allergic reactions to the drops used, but often specialists cannot give any guarantees in this regard - an ophthalmologist can only prescribe tests for the allergen.

Causes

Dog owners often visit an ophthalmologist complaining of watery eyes.

Such problems can be caused by various reasons:

Anatomical structure of the dog’s skull (short or convoluted nasolacrimal duct);
Blockage and stenosis of the nasolacrimal duct;
Improperly growing eyelashes (distichiasis, trichiasis);
Conjunctivitis;
Changes in the eyelids (inversion, eversion, too long eyelid, improperly developed eyelid, etc.);
Glaucoma;
Keratitis of various origins;
Injuries;
Allergy.

You need to understand that treating patients with these problems is a necessity. Some of these reasons may cause pain.

When does the doctor determine the choice of drops?

Keep in mind! There are a number of cases when only an ophthalmologist can prescribe medications for eye fatigue. You need to trust professionals if:

solutions are purchased for small children ;
if there are any doubts regarding the effectiveness , action or any characteristics of the drug;
if it is impossible to independently determine whether the symptoms of the disorder are characteristic of such a disorder;
if discomfort or pain is detected when using the selected drug (replacement of the drug with a similar one is required).

Sometimes, to choose a drug for fatigue, you do not need to visit an ophthalmologist, and if the symptoms of this disorder are obvious, a pharmacy employee can advise the buyer.
But if you are not completely sure that your eyes hurt, turn red and get tired precisely because of overexertion, it is better to trust the doctors.

Types of drops for fatigue and eye strain

There is no single universal solution that would help with this problem.

It is worth noting! When diagnosing fatigue and tension, medications of different groups can be prescribed (both individually and for combined use).

Depending on the reasons why this syndrome develops, the following types of eye drops may be prescribed for fatigue:

Solutions for irritation resulting from prolonged work at the computer . Such medications do not require prescriptions from doctors and are gentle products based on components whose composition is close to natural tear fluid.
Vasoconstrictors (help relieve swelling when the functioning of blood vessels is disrupted due to overwork).
Moisturizing solutions . Designed to restore the tear film, which is destroyed under the influence of negative external or internal factors. Some of these agents themselves form a protective film, combining with components produced for this purpose by the glands of the eyeball.
Drugs that relieve fatigue and ease spasms of the eye muscles.
Products intended to moisturize the eyes while constantly wearing contact lenses.

Most products are not addictive and can be used for months or even years, but firstly, during long-term treatment, it is worth remembering the expiration date of the opened bottle (usually 4-6 weeks).

Secondly, with such long-term use, medications can become ineffective, so if after several months the use of solutions does not bring results, it is better to replace them with similar ones.

About changing teeth in Chihuahuas

Separately, it is necessary to touch upon the topic of changing teeth and, as a result, bite. Because if the jaw is not in order, it will be considered a defect. It is the responsibility of the Chihuahua owner to monitor the correct growth of the teeth.

What you need to know first of all is that the upper row of teeth should consist of 20 teeth, the lower - of 22. Initially, all Chihuahuas are born with an empty mouth. Milk teeth appear only on days 12-16. These are 4 canines, 6 incisors for each jaw and 5 premolars. Speaking of the latter, the odd number is not due to the fact that the sixth tooth once fell out. In principle, it should not exist: if it occurs, there is a possibility that there will be no talk of replacing the permanent tooth.

By about one and a half months, the Chihuahua will already have 28 teeth - all of this will fall out over time. However, the owner can then count a little more or a little less of the fallen milk teeth - the specified number is not mandatory.

Important: A complete change should occur between 3 and 6 months of age.

First, the incisors will begin to fall out. Tiny permanent teeth form under their roots. Then the dairy ones, which are destined to fall out, gradually become looser.

However, the owner of a Chihuahua cannot rely only on nature . If a temporary tooth does not fall out, you need to help it by carefully starting to loosen it. The permanent one will be able to germinate normally only through the channel left after the milk one. The root of the latter does not always dissolve.

Remedies for symptom relief

Note! To relieve visual fatigue, it is recommended to use any of the following ophthalmic solutions:

Cationorm. A unique cationic emulsion that moisturizes for a long time and eliminates severe fatigue and dry eyes that appear in the morning and throughout the day. The emulsion restores all three layers of tears and prevents the further development of dry eye syndrome. The drug does not contain preservatives, it can be used in conjunction with contact lenses lenses. Recommended dosage: 1 drop in each eye 1-4 times a day.
Okutiars. Preservative-free eye drops with ultra-high molecular weight hyaluronic acid quickly eliminate periodic eye fatigue that occurs in the late afternoon during prolonged work at the computer or while driving. Drops can be used on contact lenses (including to make it easier to remove and put on lenses). Drops are used one drop per eye 1-4 times a day or as needed. In addition, Okutiarz is often used to eliminate fatigue after ophthalmological operations on the cornea. The shelf life of the drops is 6 months after opening the bottle.
Inoxa. A remedy that helps relieve fatigue that occurs when reading or working with gadgets for a long time. The drug has an additional relaxing and calming effect, while actively moisturizing the mucous membrane of the eyes. The product is instilled in two drops into each eye as needed, and on average this is done up to four times a day.
Oksial. A drug that moisturizes and stimulates the tone of the eye muscles, containing hyaluronic acid and electrolytes. As a result of regular use of the solution, the cells of the cornea and conjunctiva are moisturized and restored. An additional effect of using the product is the elimination of redness of the eyes. Use without restrictions as needed (one or two drops of the drug are instilled each time).
Oftagel. Eye gel with carbomer in maximum concentration, which effectively eliminates occasional lacrimation and eye fatigue. The gel is convenient because it does not require frequent use; it is enough to apply once at night, the moisturizing effect will last throughout the day.
Systane. A drug that is mainly prescribed for eye fatigue caused by wearing contact optics with increased sensitivity of the visual organs to it. The solution helps form a protective layer on the surface of the eye, which protects the eyes from dust particles, infections and foreign bodies, and also softens electromagnetic effects when working at a computer. It is enough to instill this remedy once a day, two drops in each eye.

Inexpensive remedies for eye fatigue

Among the products offered on the ophthalmological market to relieve eye fatigue, there are drugs from both the expensive and budget segments, and when choosing, it is important to choose the right drug.

Important! Not all expensive drugs will be more effective than cheap analogues, but at the same time, you should not count on high performance indicators when choosing inexpensive drugs.

Among the middle and low segment, Hilo-Komodo drops stand out. This drug is made on the basis of hyaluronic acid and promotes the formation of a protective film on the body of the eyeball.

What drops are suitable for children?

For your information! Children's eyes are more sensitive to ophthalmic solutions, so not all drops are suitable for treating a child.

Without fear of side effects, in such cases you can use chloramphenicol, which can even be used for instillation into the eyes of newborns.

Usually it is enough to instill one drop every eight hours, and increasing the dosage is possible only with the consent of the attending physician.

Another option for children is Tobrex drops, which relieve fatigue and eye irritation, and are also used for the treatment and prevention of common ophthalmic pathologies (conjunctivitis, blepharitis, keratitis).

Depending on the diseases that cause eye fatigue and the severity of the syndrome, Tobrex can be used two to five times a day, one drop.

For the same purposes, you can use the drug floxal - initially they are intended to treat infections affecting the anterior segment of the eye, but can also be used as a prevention and elimination of eye fatigue syndrome.

Instill this remedy up to four times a day, one drop in each eye.

Symptom prevention

Know! Eye fatigue is one of those disorders that is quite easy to prevent. To do this, first of all, it is necessary to eliminate heavy loads on the organs of vision, alternating work with rest.

, relaxing can be performed during breaks .

If the activity involves working at a computer, it is important to correctly select not only the brightness of the monitor, but also the lighting next to it (poor lighting will contribute to the development of eye irritation).

After the age of thirty, it is worth
visiting an ophthalmologist for a routine examination at least once a year in order to promptly identify hidden and initial pathologies that can lead to causeless fatigue.
When working at a computer, you can use special safety glasses : they come with diopters or without diopters, but in any case they are complemented by a protective layer that prevents the negative impact of radiation from the monitor or TV on the eyes.

Feeding

Often, novice owners forget about the dog’s complete diet. One of the most common problems is when a loving owner feeds the pet exclusively meat, citing the fact that the dog is a predator and this is its natural food. Fortunately, very little meat is required. A Chihuahua, like a representative of any breed, requires a more varied menu containing the elements necessary for full development.

Table 2. Products that should be included in the Chihuahua menu.

The product's name	Feeding frequency
not fatty meat	4-5 times a week
cottage cheese	2-3 times a week
kefir	in one day
porridge (rice, oatmeal)	in one day
fish	2 times per week
vegetables	a little every day
egg (yolk)	no more than once a week

Ideally, you need to create a menu for the week, which will indicate which product is fed to the animal on a certain day. For a dog of this size, a portion of food does not exceed 50-70 grams.

Important! A dog's diet consisting only of protein foods leads to the development of serious diseases and early death of the pet.

When feeding prepared foods, it is advisable to combine dry and wet types in your pet’s diet.

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Reviews about the use of drops

“I encountered the problem of eye fatigue several years after I got a job as a driver .

Lately, after long flights, I increasingly notice that
after a few hours of travel my eyes begin to sting and burn , and in this state it is difficult to monitor the situation on the road, so I decided to consult a doctor to solve the problem. I
was prescribed moisturizing drops and advised to do eye exercises in my free time , and this helped partly, although after a working day I still experience physical tension in my eyes.” Evgeny Andreev, Moscow.

“In our office, many people use moisturizing drops , since eight to ten hours in front of a monitor is a real test for the eyes, which would be difficult to withstand without such aids.

They mostly buy drops that everyone can afford, and Vizine is popular .

I instill it according to the instructions for use - three times a day. This is quite enough to work all day .”

Alexander Tsykunov, Ekaterinburg.

Establishing contact and first education

It doesn’t take long to find a common language with these dogs. You can read in more detail about how to raise a Chihuahua at different ages in the relevant literature. We will tell you about the most important habits that need to be instilled in a puppy from the first days of living together.

To accustom your puppy to his bed, you need to bring him to it and confidently say “Place.” After a few times the puppy will understand you. It is important to teach the command “Come to me.” Use it every time before feeding or before bathing. It is also worth immediately accustoming the puppy to the “Fu” and “No” commands. And of course the toilet. Although be prepared for surprises at first. This breed is quite smart, they do not have a stubborn character, on the contrary, they try to please the owner, so there should be no problems with upbringing. It is strictly forbidden to shout or show aggression. Chihuahuas are vulnerable and easily offended.

Useful video

From this video you will learn how to get rid of eye fatigue:

Eye fatigue is common problem among modern urban residents .

And it is not always associated specifically with working at a computer: such a syndrome can occur with many diseases, including those caused by exposure to polluted air in large cities on the eyes.

Using anti-fatigue drops in such cases is a good solution , but if such a syndrome becomes chronic, you should check with an ophthalmologist: perhaps the cause of this disorder is an externally invisible eye disease.