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RE: Why you should NOT use Visine!
Hi @drcynthia. I had PRK done on my eyes about 2 years ago (really happy with the results) but I was recommended use of Systane and Refresh eyedrops for my dry eyes. I noticed the same thing you are talking about, after a while I kept needing them more and more and it wasn't as effective. Eventually I stopped using them and it worked out, my eyes went back to normal about a year later but I think it's not just Visine that has that issue.
Thanks for your comment @alphasteem. I also tried Systane and Refresh after my LASIK surgery, and I noticed that these drops provided relief for my eyes for about 2 minutes! Haha! That's why I decided to switch to a preservative free one (Hylo), and I actually felt like it helped me and I was not dependent on the drop. However, I do have many patients that love either the Systane or Refresh and use them as needed. Keep it mind that after laser eye surgery, your corneal nerves are severed. It usually takes about 4-6 months for the nerves to regenerate, and your eyes won't feel as dry anymore! Some drops will work for some people, and not others, depending on the composition of their tear film!
Wish I would have known about the preservative free ones...Why couldn't you post this video 2 years ago? 😁 haha. Welcome by the way!
Thanks girl!!