HYLO-COMOD®

TEARS ARE MUCH MORE THAN WATER …

As a matter of fact, the tear film on the ocular surface is a very complicated thing. It consists of a thin outer layer of lipids which prevents the tears from quick evaporation. Beneath it lays the actual aqueous tear layer which plays an important role in the supply of the cells of the ocular surface with oxygen and nutrients. The innermost layer of the tear film is composed of a mucous layer – the so-called mucine layer – which adheres perfectly to the cells of the cornea and the conjunctiva of the eye (see image 1). As a result, the tears spread evenly on the eye.

1.superficial layer of lipids 
2. aqueous layer 
3. mucine layer
4. surface of the cornea

WHEN THE TEAR FILM BREAKS UP

When the composition of the tear film is abnormal or the tear glands produce too little of this important liquid, the tear film breaks up (image 2). The result: The cells which lie in this area of the eye will not be supplied with oxygen and nutrients anymore. The affected will notice the damage of the cells as it manifests in form of itching, burning of the eyes or foreign body sensation. These symptoms are often associated with a lot of pain. In the advanced stage it can come to superficial injuries of the cornea and the conjunctiva.

HYALURONIC ACID – GUARANTEES OPTIMAL MOISTENING

The naturally occurring body’s own hyaluronic acid is best suited for permanent and intensive moistening of the eye. Due to its chemical structure, hyaluronic acid binds a multiple of its own weight in water and retains it. Hyaluronic acid adheres excellently to the ocular surface and creates a stable and even moisture film.

PRESERVATIVE-FREE AND PHOSPHATE-FREE IN THE PATENTED COMOD® SYSTEM

Preservatives, which are supposed to keep the eye drops free of germs during storage and application, damage the cells of the ocular surface. These substances destroy the natural tear film and they can also be the cause of intolerance reactions. Therefore, modern tear substitute preparations are entirely free of preservatives. In HYLO-COMOD®, the patented COMOD® multiple dose system prevents a contamination of the solution by microorganisms.

Apart from preservatives, eye drops often contain phosphates which can exert detrimental influence. Due to the reaction with calcium, which is released from the cells of the irritated cornea, pratically insoluble crystals can be created which deteriorate vision. Therefore, eye drops that are used for the treatment of dry and irritated eyes should not contain any phosphate. HYLO-COMOD® is entirely free from phosphates and thus excludes the risk of crystal formation.

HYLO-COMOD® – PROVEN A MILLION TIMES OVER
   

• Eye drops in the COMOD® system with 0,1% sodium hyaluronate

• Compatible with all types of contact lenses

• Preservative-free, citrate-buffered and thus entirely phosphate-free

• Can be used for 6 months after first opening

• Highly economical and thus very low in therapy costs

DOSAGE

Eye drops: If not otherwise prescribed, instil 1 drop 2-3 times daily into the affected eye.

PRESENTATION

10 ml eye drops

Please read the leaflet inside the package for more information.