Optrex Refreshing Eye Drops for Tired Eyes - 10ml

Optrex Refreshing Eye Drops is a soothing lubricant eye drop containing witch hazel (金缕梅), used to refresh and hydrate tired, strained or uncomfortable eyes, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).

Key facts

Who it is for

• People with tired, heavy eyes after long periods at a computer or phone screen
• Drivers and shift workers whose eyes feel strained at the end of the day
• People who want a refreshing, soothing drop rather than a medicine

Not suitable for: anyone allergic to an ingredient. Speak to a pharmacist or doctor before use for children, in pregnancy or breastfeeding, or if you are using other eye medication. These are not for eye infections, injuries or pain — see a doctor for those.

How to use

1. Read the leaflet and wash your hands before use. Remove soft contact lenses first.
2. Tilt your head back, gently pull down the lower eyelid and look up.
3. Squeeze 1-2 drops into each eye.
4. Blink a few times to spread the drops across the eye.
5. Replace the cap securely. Wait at least 15 minutes before putting soft lenses back in.

Frequently asked questions

What are Optrex Refreshing drops for?

They soothe and hydrate tired, strained or heavy-feeling eyes caused by screens, driving or long days. They are a comfort lubricant, not a treatment for infection, allergy or injury.

Can I use Optrex Refreshing drops with contact lenses?

Remove soft contact lenses before use, as the drops contain benzalkonium chloride, which can affect lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.

How often can I use them?

Use 1-2 drops in each eye as needed for tired eyes. If your eyes stay uncomfortable, dry or red despite regular use, ask your pharmacist or see an optometrist.

Can children, or people who are pregnant, use these drops?

Speak to a doctor or pharmacist before using them for children or while pregnant or breastfeeding, even though there is no specific evidence of a problem.

How long can I keep the bottle after opening?

Discard the bottle after the in-use period stated in the leaflet, which is typically 28 days after first opening, and never use it past the printed expiry date.

Safety and storage

• Always read the leaflet before use, as manufacturers update it regularly.
• Stop using and seek advice if you get irritation or an allergic reaction.
• If you take other medicines or eye drops, check with a pharmacist before use.
• Store at room temperature, discard after the stated in-use period, and keep out of the sight and reach of children.

References

• NHS — Eye strain
• Optrex eye products information via emc

This page provides factual information about a soothing lubricant eye drop. Always read the patient information leaflet before use. If your eyes are painful, very red, or your vision changes, see an optometrist or doctor. Suspected side effects can be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.