NEW! Upneeq Eyedrops for Droopy Eyelids
What is Droopy eyelids or Ptosis?
Droopy eyelids, also known as ptosis, can be seen as a person having sleepy eyes. Who is always looking tired due to the sloppy eyelids. Low-lying lids can affect the way you look and see things.
Traditional Ways of fixing it
There are some ways to fix the droopy eyelids, some of which is,
- Eyelid exercises: In some cases, droopy lids may be caused by weakened muscles in the eyelids. You can do eyelid exercises to strengthen these muscles, which may help lift the eyelids over time. Although there is no scientific research to proof that eye exercise will help, but it is worth a try.
- Botox: In some cases, injecting Botox into the muscles around the eyes can help lift droopy eyelids. This treatment is temporary and usually lasts a few months.
- Surgery: If the droopy lids are caused by a more serious underlying condition or if they are affecting your vision, your doctor may recommend surgery to correct the problem. During the surgery, the doctor will lift the eyelids and tighten the muscles that control their movement.
NEW ! Fixing droopy eyelids without surgery
First drug approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration to treat droopy eyelids without surgery! It is so simple and effective ! UPNEEQ® (oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution), 0.1% is a prescription eyedrop used to treat acquired blepharoptosis (droopy lids) in adults.
How does Upneeq Eyedrops work?
The main ingredient in Upneeq, oxymetazoline hydrochloride, works to stimulate eyelid muscle contraction. Once administer the eyedrops, Upneeq works on a muscle that elevates the eyelid. It causes that muscle to contract, allowing the eyelid to open 1-2 millimeters wider than before treatment.
How long does Upneeq Eyedrops last?
Usually the effects will last about 6 hours for each dose (one drop daily) of Upneeq.
How much will Upneeq Eyedrops cost?
According to Osmotica Pharmaceuticals, the company that develops Upneeq, the drug is estimated to cost between $90 and $120 for a 30-day supply. Discounts up to 35% may be available for people who purchase a three-month supply.
What are the most common side effects from Upneeq Eyedrops?
Based on their clinical studies, the most common adverse reactions with UPNEEQ (occurring in 1-5% of patients) were eye inflammation, eye redness, dry eye, blurred vision, eye pain at time of use, eye irritation, and headache.
Conclusion
As a professional eye care practitioner, i am really excited for this New eye lifting eyedrops to be able to serve the people with tired and sleepy looking eyes. It is such a simple and cost effective way to fix your sleepy eyes! Speak to your eye doctor to find out more! Alternatively, you can find more information here.
