All articles tagged with #eye drops
Originally Published 3 months ago — by SciTechDaily
New specially formulated eye drops containing pilocarpine and diclofenac can rapidly improve near vision in presbyopia patients, with effects lasting up to two years and minimal side effects, offering a promising non-invasive alternative to glasses and surgery.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Gizmodo
Researchers have developed special eye drops containing pilocarpine and diclofenac that can improve near vision in presbyopia patients, potentially reducing the need for reading glasses. The study showed significant and sustained improvements over two years, though further research is needed to confirm safety and effectiveness. These drops offer a promising non-invasive alternative for those who cannot undergo surgery or prefer to avoid glasses.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ScienceDaily
A retrospective study suggests that daily use of specially formulated eye drops containing pilocarpine and diclofenac can significantly improve near vision in presbyopia patients for up to two years, potentially reducing dependence on reading glasses, with minimal side effects.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
A study presented at the ESCRS suggests that special eye drops containing pilocarpine and diclofenac could effectively improve near vision in people with presbyopia, potentially replacing glasses or surgery, with sustained results over two years and minimal side effects.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Brighter Side of News
Researchers have developed peptide-based eye drops that target Toll-like receptor pathways to reverse vision loss caused by age-related macular degeneration, showing promising results in mouse models and offering a less invasive treatment option.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
The FDA has issued a warning against copycat eye drops, including South Moon, Rebright, and FivFivGo, due to the risk of infection and lack of proper ingredients. Testing revealed that South Moon was contaminated with bacteria, while Rebright lacked the active ingredient found in the authentic product. The agency advised consumers to purchase eye drops only from reputable retailers and cautioned against using these copycat products, which claim to address conditions like glaucoma but lack proper approval and ingredients.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Amazon has voluntarily removed seven eye drop brands from their platform in response to a warning letter from the FDA regarding potential safety concerns. The eye drops, marketed as homeopathic treatments for various eye conditions, have not been formally approved by the FDA. This comes after recent recalls of eye drop products due to insanitary conditions and contamination. Consumers are advised to seek medical attention if they experience any adverse reactions and to properly discard the recalled products.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KABC-TV
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned Amazon for selling seven brands of eye drops that are considered "unapproved new drugs." The FDA stated that these products can be classified as "new drugs" being distributed without FDA approval, which violates federal regulations. Amazon has started removing the products from its online marketplace. This warning follows previous FDA alerts about contaminated eye drops, which can lead to eye infections and vision loss. The FDA has urged caution regarding the use of certain eye drop products due to contamination from bacteria or fungus.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WPVI-TV
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned Amazon for selling seven brands of eye drops that are considered "unapproved new drugs." The FDA stated that these products can be classified as "new drugs" being distributed without FDA approval, which violates federal regulations. Amazon has started removing the products from its online marketplace. This warning follows previous FDA alerts about contaminated eye drops, which can lead to eye infections and vision loss. The FDA has urged caution regarding the use of certain eye drop products due to contamination from bacteria or fungus.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
Kilitch Healthcare India is recalling 27 eye drop products, including store-brand products sold at CVS, Rite Aid, Target, and Walmart, due to potential safety concerns and unsanitary conditions found by FDA investigators. The recall comes after the FDA warned against using these eye drops due to the risk of eye infections that could lead to vision loss or blindness. Some of the products may have already been removed from stores, and consumers are advised to stop using the recalled eye drops and return them to the place of purchase.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KBTX
A Wisconsin woman, Jessy Kurczewski, has been convicted by a jury of first-degree intentional homicide and theft for fatally poisoning her friend, Lynn Hernan, by giving her a water bottle filled with six bottles of Visine. Kurczewski also stole nearly $300,000 from Hernan. The medical examiner ruled Hernan's death a homicide after discovering the presence of tetrahydrozoline, an ingredient in Visine, in her system. Kurczewski is scheduled to be sentenced on December 7 and faces a mandatory life sentence for the homicide charge.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
Jessy Kurczewski, a Wisconsin woman, has been found guilty of first-degree intentional homicide for spiking her friend's water bottle with a lethal dose of eye drops. Kurczewski was also accused of defrauding her friend of nearly $300,000 leading up to her death. The victim, Lynn Hernan, was found dead in her home in 2018. Kurczewski, who pleaded not guilty, will be sentenced at a later date and faces a mandatory life sentence in prison.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
A Wisconsin woman, Jessy Kurczewski, has been found guilty of first-degree intentional homicide and theft in the 2018 murder of her family friend Lynn Hernan. Kurczewski poisoned Hernan with eye drops containing tetrahydrozoline, an ingredient in Visine, and staged the scene to look like a suicide. She also stole $290,000 from Hernan. Kurczewski is set to be sentenced on December 7, 2023, and the homicide charge carries a mandatory life sentence with additional imprisonment for the theft charges.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by First For Women
The FDA has issued a recall for 28 over-the-counter eye drop products due to the risk of eye infections that could lead to vision loss or blindness. As an alternative, doctors recommend using maqui berry extract, a Peruvian superfruit, which has been found to provide significant relief from dry eye symptoms. Dry eye affects millions of Americans and can be caused by factors such as aging, hormonal changes, excessive use of digital devices, and certain medical conditions. Other natural remedies for dry eye include consuming omega-3 fatty acids, taking regular breaks from digital devices, practicing deep breathing exercises, and maintaining good eye hygiene.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WJXT News4JAX
The FDA has issued warnings about more than two dozen over-the-counter eye drop products sold at major retail stores and pharmacies, including Target and CVS, due to the presence of bacteria that can cause eye infections and potentially lead to vision loss or blindness. Eye drops contaminated with the drug-resistant bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa have been linked to several infections and four deaths. This is the FDA's second recall of contaminated eye drops, with a previous incident earlier this year causing severe infections and significant vision loss.