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CEQUA Drops Advanced Dry Eyes Treatment

Dry Eyes Treatment CEQUA

Introducing CEQUA

CEQUA, a new prescription dry eye solution, was just launched in Canada. CEQUA is one of three prescription drops approved in Canada to treat dry eye disease. What makes CEQUA unique is that it is formulated with Nanomicelle technology, which can form a protective shell around the active ingredient (cyclosporine) and deliver it to where it is needed on the eye’s front surface.

Exciting news for dry eye patients this month! A new dry eye prescription eye drop has launched in Canada called CEQUA (cyclosporine ophthalmic solution) 0.09%

How does CEQUA Work?

In studies, CEQUA has been indicated to increase tear production and reduce inflammation on the eye’s front surface. CEQUA is also simply dosed and has demonstrated an excellent long-term safety and tolerability profile.

5 Key Benefits Of CEQUA You Should Know

  • Tackle inflammation to trigger your tears
  • CEQUA helps you produce more of your own natural tears
  • See signs of improvement within 3 months of using these eyedrops
  • Helpful in Chronic Dry eye condition
  • Easy to use with long-lasting effects.
  • It can be used with ongoing treatments. Talk to your doctor at Eyedeology
  • Trusted brand by most Optometrists

What We Recommend

If you have been using many over-the-counter eye drops or a different dry eye medication and are struggling with your dry eyes

Book an appointment with Eyedeology to see our Calgary Optometrists for a dry eye assessment. We can determine if CEQUA is a good option to help manage your dry eye disease.

 

What is CEQUA and how do I know if it is working for me?

CEQUA (0.09% cyclosporine ophthalmic solution) is a drop used to treat chronic dry eye disease. It helps to increase tear production in just 3 months with improvement in signs in as little as one month. You should notice a reduction in your dry eye signs and symptoms and improved quality of life

How long can I use CEQUA?

Depending on the severity of your dry eyes, CEQUA can be used long-term to treat chronic dry eye disease.

Are there any possible side-effects of CEQUA?

One of the most common side effects of CEQUA is stinging on insertion of the drop and eye redness. Other reported side effects include eye irritation, eyelid inflammation, headache, and urinary tract infection.

Should I consult an Optometrist before using CEQUA?

As CEQUA is a medication, it can only be prescribed and is not available over the counter. We recommend getting a dry eye assessment with our Optometrists at Eyedeology to determine if CEQUA is right for you.

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Deep Cleansing for Healthier Eyelids and Lashes

ZEST (Zocular Eyelid System Treatment) is an in-office eyelid cleaning and debridement treatment developed by Zocular®. It is designed to clean the eyelids and lashes while helping address concerns associated with dry eye, blepharitis, and demodex.

The treatment uses a natural, okra-based gel to remove oil, debris, and residue from the eyelid margins and lashes. By improving eyelid hygiene, ZEST can help reduce the buildup that may contribute to irritation and inflammation around the eyes.

What Is ZEST?

ZEST works like a deep cleansing treatment for the eyelids and lashes. During the procedure, the okra-based gel is applied along the eyelid margins and lashes using a cotton swab. The gel is gently worked into a lather using circular motions before being rinsed away with saline solution.
The gel contains a refined extract of okra, an edible green seed pod. According to the provided product information, okra helps lift and clear oil, debris, and residue while being gentle around the eye area.

How Can ZEST Help?

Keeping the eyelids, eyelid margins, and lashes clean is an important part of eye hygiene. Buildup along the eyelid edges can contribute to symptoms such as itching, burning, gritty sensations, redness, and irritation.

ZEST is designed to address this buildup through thorough cleansing and debridement.

  • Removes Debris: Helps clear dirt, oil, and residue from the eyelid margins and lashes.
  • Supports Eyelid Hygiene: Provides a deeper cleansing treatment than routine eyelid cleaning.
    Addresses Demodex: The treatment is designed to help remove demodex mites and associated debris.
  • Helps Reduce Inflammation: Cleansing the eyelid area may help address buildup associated with irritation and inflammation.
  • Supports Dry Eye Care: ZEST may help relieve symptoms associated with dry eye and poor eyelid hygiene.

ZEST for Dry Eye, Blepharitis, and Demodex

Dry eye and blepharitis can be associated with inadequate eyelid hygiene. Debris along the eyelid margins can enter the tear film with blinking, potentially contributing to redness and irritation.

Demodex mites can also be present in the hair follicles around the eyelashes. According to the provided information, they may contribute to inflammation and dry eye symptoms by blocking the oil glands at the base of the eyelashes.

ZEST provides targeted cleansing of the eyelid margins and lashes to help remove this buildup and address demodex-related concerns.

A Simple In-Office Treatment

The ZEST procedure is performed in the office and involves applying the cleansing gel to the eyelid margins and lashes, working it into a lather, and then rinsing the area with saline solution. The treatment is designed to provide thorough eyelid and lash cleansing without requiring a lengthy procedure.

Is ZEST Right for You?

ZEST may be considered for patients experiencing symptoms associated with dry eye, blepharitis, demodex, or eyelid debris. An eye care professional can assess your symptoms and determine whether ZEST is appropriate for your eye care needs.
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