In general preservative-free formulations are more expensive so limit to cases where

  • previously known sensitivity to eye drop preservatives such as benzalkonium chloride
  • severe symptoms require eye drops to be applied more than six times a day > 4 weeks
  • if soft contact lenses worn
  • or on the advice of a specialist

For patients who find administration of eye drops difficult we recommend prescription of these devices. See Opticare website for details.

  • Opticare (for 2.5, 5, 10, 15 & 20ml bottles) £4.95
  • Opticare Arthro 5 (for 2.5 & 5ml bottles) £4.95
  • Opticare Arthro 10 (for 10, 15, 20ml bottles) £4.95

Suggest recording date of opening and expiry inside lid of box.

11.1– Allergic and inflammatory eye conditions
11.2 – Dry eye conditions
11.3 – Eye infections
11.4 – Eye procedures
11.5 – Glaucoma and ocular hypertension