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    Artificial tears are used to supplement a patient's naturally-produced tears and increase eye lubrication by mimicking characteristics of the tear film...
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    composition varies among different tear types. The composition of tears caused by an emotional reaction differs from that of tears as a reaction to irritants...
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    underlying cause. Artificial tears are usually the first line of treatment. Wrap-around glasses that fit close to the face may decrease tear evaporation. Looking...
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    the case of allergic conjunctivitis, artificial tears can help dilute irritating allergens present in the tear film. Some eye drops may contain histamine...
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    methyl cellulose or similar cellulose derivatives are used as substitute for tears or saliva if the natural production of these fluids is disturbed.[citation...
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    treatment is required and the condition resolves over two to three weeks. Artificial tears may be used to alleviate irritation. Subconjunctival bleeding initially...
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    liquid lanolin, combined with parabens, has been used in trials as artificial tears to treat dry eye. Anhydrous lanolin is also used as a lubricant for...
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    better after a week to 10 days without treatment. Cold compresses and artificial tears may help. Corneal scarring occurs in up to half of cases and the blurred...
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    symptoms. For dry eyes, artificial tears; medications to reduce inflammation; punctal plugs or other surgery to shut the tear ducts may be tried. For...
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    not necessary, because episcleritis is a self-limiting condition. Artificial tears may be used to help with irritation and discomfort. More severe cases...
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  • the drainage of liquid from the eye. They are used to treat dry eye. Artificial tears are usually still required after punctal plug insertion. A temporary...
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    viscosity of the water phase. Guar gum has been used to add viscosity to artificial tears, but is not as stable as carboxymethylcellulose. Galactomannans are...
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    pharmaceutical capsule preparations. Additionally, certain formulations of artificial tears use propylene glycol as an ingredient. The freezing point of water...
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    Guar-based compounds, such as hydroxypropyl guar, have been used in artificial tears to treat dry eye. Some studies have found an allergic sensitivity to...
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  • world and experiencing the consequences. Artificial intelligences – disembodied, strangers to blood, sweat, and tears – have no occasion for that." (p. 30...
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    cater specifically to contact lens wearers or to those who require artificial tears. Visine has been observed to cause stinging and burning upon application...
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    [citation needed] In ophthalmology, CMC is used as a lubricating agent in artificial tears solutions for the treatment of dry eyes. In veterinary medicine, CMC...
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  • Those who have ocular rosacea may be treated with warm compresses, artificial tears and washing the area around the eye with warm water, including the...
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  • apomorphine – emetic (used to induce vomiting) artificial tears – lubricant eye drops used as a tear supplement atenolol – treats cardiac arrhythmias...
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    protective sunglasses with side shields and/or wide brimmed hats and using artificial tears throughout the day may help prevent their formation or stop further...
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  • ulceration and even loss of the eye. Cool, wet compresses over the eyes and artificial tears may help local symptoms when the feeling returns. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory...
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    merely requires measures to reduce discomfort and dryness, such as artificial tears and smoking cessation if possible. Severe cases are a medical emergency...
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    formulation of HPC used for artificial tears. It is used to treat medical conditions characterized by insufficient tear production such as keratoconjunctivitis...
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    those whose blinking is disrupted by the facial palsy, frequent use of artificial tears while awake is recommended, along with ointment and a patch or taping...
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    'better quality' of tear is required with higher 'wetting ability' (i.e. greater amount of glycoproteins) and so artificial tears (e.g. viscotears) are...
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  • "Tears in rain" is a 42-word monologue, consisting of the last words of character Roy Batty (portrayed by Rutger Hauer) in the 1982 Ridley Scott film...
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  • Prevention (CDC) became aware of a strain of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in artificial tears manufactured by EzriCare and Delsam Pharma in January 2023. Clinical...
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    that the eye is not properly blinking or closing completely. Using artificial tears every 5 to 20 minutes while awake and protecting the eye while asleep...
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    the face with the head inclined downward constricts capillaries, and artificial tears sometimes relieve discomfort in mild cases. In more severe cases, nonsteroidal...
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    be treated with daily gentle eyelid washing using warm water, and artificial tears to lubricate the eye. Managing pre-trigger events such as prolonged...
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