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Introduction:

HYCOSAN® SHIELD is a water-free eye drop that soothes gritty and dry eyes by replenishing tear lipids.

HYCOSAN® SHIELD lubricates the eye surface, stabilizing the tear film and relieving symptoms associated with Dry Eye with its unique, single-ingredient formula.

HYCOSAN® SHIELD only contains perfluorohexyloctane (PFO). PFO spreads very quickly and rapidly forms a protective layer over the tear to counteract premature evaporation. HYCOSAN® SHIELD offers improved tear film stability and symptom relief.

HYCOSAN® SHIELD is a sterile solution that is water free, preservative free and phosphate free.

Composition:

1 ml HYCOSAN® SHIELD contains 1ml Perfluorohexyloctane (PFO)

How it works:

HYCOSAN® SHIELD is lipophilic due to the substance perfluorohexyloctane. It has the same refractive index as the tear, thus vision is not impaired.

HYCOSAN® SHIELD spreads very quickly and rapidly forms a protective layer over the tear to counteract premature evaporation.

It replenishes the lipid layer of the tear fim for a more stable tear film.

Usage Instructions:

Apply 4 times daily by squeezing one drop inside the lower eyelid, unless directed otherwise by your eyecare professional
Leave 30 mins between application and use of other eye drops. Apply HYCOSAN® SHIELD last
Due to the special properties of HYCOSAN® SHIELD, patients may not feel the drop entering the eyelid. Should this be the case, it may be helpful to use a mirror to aid application
It is advised not to use HYCOSAN® SHIELD with contact lenses due to lack of data concerning compatibility of HYCOSAN® SHIELD with the contact lens materials.
Not suitable for use in pregnancy and lactation due to lack of data
May be used up to 6 months after opening

For further information on indications and correct usage please click here (IFU document)