Visual impairments are diagnosed in recent times more and more often, which is largely due to the development of computer technology. In the process of working in front of the computer monitor under the influence of electromagnetic radiation, dry eyes mucous membranes, eye tissues begin to feel an acute need for water and oxygen. This is expressed by such symptoms as redness of the eyes , a burning sensation, dryness, the presence of a foreign body in the eye,
Over time, this can lead to the development of various eye diseases: myopia, hyperopia, cataract, etc. To avoid this, it is recommended to visit the ophthalmologist on a regular basis, and also to use regenerating and vitamin preparations for the eyes, which can protect against dystrophic changes. One such medicine is the eye drops Taufon.
Structure of eye drops Taufon
The chemical composition of this preparation is extremely simple - it is a 4% aqueous solution of taurine, which is the active substance of the drug. Taurine is a sulfur-containing amino acid that forms during the conversion of cysteine (an amino acid that is part of the body's essential proteins).
This substance is able to stimulate the recovery processes in dystrophic disorders of the retina, as well as violations of the eye tissues associated with trauma. Taurine has the following positive effect on eye tissue:
- stimulates the processes of normalizing the functions of cell membranes;
- activates exchange and energy processes;
- contributes to the preservation of the electrolyte composition of the cytoplasm due to the accumulation of potassium and calcium ions;
- improves the conduct of nerve impulses.
In addition, to increase the shelf life of the drug in its composition, the preservative methyl parahydroxybenzoate is added.
Indications for the use of eye drops Taufon
The drug is recommended for the treatment of the following diseases:
- corneal dystrophy (transparent shell of the eye);
- cataracts (diabetic, traumatic, radiation, age);
- trauma to the cornea;
- dystrophic lesions of the retina of the eye;
- increased intraocular pressure in glaucoma.
Dosing regimes Toughfona
According to the instructions to eye vitamin drops Taufon, the following dosages of the drug are recommended depending on the damage to the organs of vision:
- From cataract eye drops Taufon appoint in the form of instillations for 2 - 3 drops from 2 to 4 times a day daily for 3 months. The courses are repeated at intervals of 1 month.
- When the injuries are the same, the course of treatment is 1 month.
- In dystrophic diseases of the retina and penetrating wounds of the cornea, the drug is injected under the conjunctiva 0.3 ml once a day for 10 days; after half a year, the course of treatment with taufon is repeated.
- With open-angle glaucoma taufon is used in conjunction with timolol, burying the drug twice a day for 20 - 30 minutes before taking timolol.
Shake the bottle before use. After dripping eyes, it is recommended to perform several rotational movements with eyeballs, so that the medicinal substance spreads better.
Contraindications to the use of eye drops Taufon
Taufon is a safe drug, which has no side effects and contraindications. However, it is recommended to use it only after consulting a doctor.
Analogues of eye drops Taufon
Analogs of this drug, i.e. preparations having the same international nonproprietary name are the following preparations:
- Actovegin;
- Vita-iodurool;
- Tauforin;
- Fakovit and others.