What are VUITY™ Eye Drops?

Millions of people above the age of 40 experience age-related presbyopia. The common refractive error is caused by the hardening of the eye lens, something that happens naturally with age.

Stiffening of the lens causes it to lose the ability to focus on close objects, resulting in blurry vision. Presbyopia usually worsens over time, making it difficult to perform simple functions like using the phone.

Symptoms Of Presbyopia

Presbyopia is not a medical condition but can affect an individual’s quality of life. It usually affects individuals over 40. Common symptoms of the condition include:
 

• Blurry vision when using the computer
• Difficulty seeing text, numbers, or images on the phone
• Excessive squinting and difficulty reading
• Holding objects at arm’s length to see clearly
• Need for brighter lights to improve clarity

Correcting Presbyopia

Getting brighter lighting can help you see up close clearly, but this is a short-term solution. Presbyopia is usually corrected using eyeglasses. Progressive lenses, bifocals, or reading glasses can help improve your vision, but it can be frustrating if you forget them. If, like many people, you do not like wearing glasses permanently, talk to your eye doctor about your options. The doctor can recommend VUITY™ eye drops.

VUITY Eye Drops

VUITY eye drops are the only FDA-approved medication for treating presbyopia. They are produced by the Allergen company using proprietary technology and pilocarpine, an anticholinergic medicine. The special version is available in 1.25 percent strength and only with a prescription. A single drop is applied to each eye once a day and must be used regularly for best results. The medication should be applied at the same time each day.

How VUITY Eye Drops Work

VUITY eye drops reduce blurry vision by stimulating muscle contraction. The muscles in the iris, the colored eye area surrounding the pupil, contract and relax based on the light. They narrow and widen the pupil as light enters the eye.

When applied in the eye, the prescription medication reduces pupil size temporarily. It helps improve close focusing ability while retaining clear distance vision. Proprietary technology enables the eye drops to adjust to the tear film’s natural pH.

Results Of VUITY Treatment

VUITY eye drops usually produce results within 15 minutes after administering them, and the effects can last up to six hours. It usually takes about 30 days to see optimal results. Studies have proven the efficacy of VUITY in treating blurred vision, even in low-light conditions. The medication has no impact on the patient’s distance vision clarity. The eye drops work best among people aged between 40 and 55. Mild side effects include red eyes and headaches.

If you are using VUITY for the first time, ensure you follow instructions carefully. If you wear contact lenses, apply the medication, and wait 15 minutes before inserting the lenses. Doctors recommend scheduling a retinal eye exam before using VUITY eye drops. If you experience eye floaters, flashing lights, or vision loss after using the medication, discontinue use immediately and seek medical attention.

For more about VUITY eye drops, visit Heights Eye Studio at our office in Houston, Texas. Call 832-975-7020 to book an appointment today.