Implementing an ocular hygiene routine is essential for patients experiencing eye irritation, dryness, discomfort, or other dry eye symptoms. Proper cleansing of the eyelids and eyelashes is key. The purpose of the lids and lashes is to trap debris, toxins, and other particles, and prevent these foreign bodies from getting onto the ocular surface. If they aren’t properly cleaned and cared for, this can lead to an increase in dry eye symptoms or to other problematic conditions like Demodex mite infestations.

I-MED Pharma’s line of ocular hygiene products is routinely recommended by optometrists and ophthalmologists for patients suffering from dry eye or Meibomian Gland Disease (MGD), as well as for those interested in enhancing their daily ocular hygiene routine. For patients requiring deeper cleansing, there is an I-LID ’N LASH® formulation that contains 5% tea tree oil (TTO).

Ongoing dryness prompts the eye to produce more tears, but sometimes the tears are unable to adequately moisten the eyes. Tear ducts often play a role in dry eye symptoms — if fluid is draining too quickly from the eye, it can cause burning, scratchiness, and dryness in the eyes. When viscoadaptive artificial tears do not provide patients with increased comfort and relief, eye care professionals often recommend punctum plugs. Punctum plugs are tiny devices that can be inserted into tear ducts to block drainage. As a result, the eye’s tear film and surface moisture is increased to help relieve certain forms of dry eye.

I-MED Pharma carries punctum plugs in a variety of sizes, in both sterile and non-sterile selections so that eye care professionals can easily find the ones best suited for the needs of their patients.

Eye ointments are an effective remedy against dry eyes. They help stimulate and stabilize the lacrimal fluid and support the lubrication of the cornea and conjunctiva. While artificial tears are recommended for dry eye relief throughout the day, eye ointments can be used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to artificial tears. Eye ointments are applied directly to the conjunctival sac. Dry eye gels and ointments tend to stay in the eyes longer, so they’re recommended for overnight use.

I-MED Pharma offers an effective, long-lasting dry eye ointment that delivers superior moisturizing and protection of the ocular surface to provide soothing relief of dry eye symptoms, such as soreness, irritation, or a gritty sensation on the eyes and acts as a barrier against moisture loss.

Eye care professionals often recommend moist heat therapy as a form of supplementary treatment for people suffering from dry eyes and other conditions of the eyelid. Hot or cold compresses can provide immediate relief from dry eye discomfort, and consistent use over time can help increase blood circulation, stimulate lipid oil production, and reduce tear evaporation, thereby improving overall ocular health.

I-MED Pharma offers a unique dry eye relief mask that is designed to alleviate symptoms associated with blepharitis, dry eye disease, meibomian gland disease (MGD), styes and chalazia, as well as headaches, sinus pressure, tension, swelling and puffiness.

Intense regulated pulsed light (IRPL) therapy is a relatively new form of dry eye treatment. IRPL® technology is used to stimulate the meibomian glands to improve their function. Meibomian glands that are not functioning properly can eventually lead to gland loss or atrophy, which leads to long-term and severe dry eye symptoms.

I-MED Pharma is a supplier of the first medical device in the world using IRPL® that has been specifically designed for the treatment of dry eyes due to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). This easy-to-use device is tailor-made for optometrists and ophthalmologists.