Dry Eyes Medication: Severe Dry Eyes

Dry eye is a disorder that is common in people above 40 years. If timely treatment is not given in the earlier stages of this disorder, it may lead to the condition of severe dry eyes. Read on to know the medication for severe dry eyes...

What is dry eye?

Dry eye is a result of improper functioning of lacrimal glands that generate tears. Our eyes are always covered by a tear film, which contains healthy fluids. Tears are made up of various fluids that include, water, proteins, fatty oils and anti-bacterial substances. All these fluids together work to keep the surface of eyes smooth and clear. It is not that tears are produced only when you cry, they are constantly generated in the eyes. However, their presence can be seen more prominently in situations like, irritation in eyes or emotional moments. Tears are important as they contribute to healthy eyes and clear vision. Any disorder that leads to decrease in any component of tears can cause dry eye. There are several reasons that can cause the reduced production of these tears, some of which are given below:

Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum tea has been an integral part of the folk medicines since time immemorial. Here are a few reasons why the tea is talked about and how you can brew it.

Chrysanthemum tea is a tisane or a herbal infusion, made from chrysanthemum flowers, which are a rich source of vitamin C, beta-carotene, calcium, fiber, folacin, iron, magnesium, niacin, potassium and riboflavin. Organic chrysanthemum tea benefits have been incorporated in traditional Chinese medicines since the ancient times. A native of East Asian countries, this wild flower was introduced to Japan by the 8th century CE. It is believed that the flower was an official seal of Japan Emperor, as it represents good health and magnificent healing properties.

Chronic Sleep Deprivation Symptoms

Spotting chronic sleep deprivation symptoms is very essential to ensure good health. Read more on sleep deprivation: causes, symptoms and treatment.

The daily requirement of sleep for humans is 7 - 9 hours. It can vary according to the age and occupation of the person. But sometimes, due to certain reasons, a person may not get sufficient amount of restorative sleep. He is then said to be deprived of sleep. What exactly is sleep deprivation? Let us have a look.

Sleep Deprivation

Sleep deprivation, or chronic insomnia, is the lack of adequate amount of sleep. It can be involuntary as a form of a disorder in certain people. On the other hand, it is also a form of psychological torture when a person is forcibly deprived of sleep. Sleep deprivation can be chronic as well as acute. Frequent sleep deprivation can become chronic and has long term health hazards. Let us have a look at the causes of chronic sleep deprivation.

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“I will be successful, no matter what.”

This is the mantra that successful women live by.

They know the secret of success is to believe in themselves and believe in the possibilities. They succeed because they have created a vision for themselves and have taken responsibility for their own future. They refuse to feel like victims or waste time blaming others.

When faced with a challenge, they don’t give up. They persevere. They believe they can do whatever it takes to get the job done. They have made peace with the fact that it won’t be an easy road and failure may come their way. Instead of giving up, they learn from their failures and keep forging ahead.

Histine-D

Generic Name: pheniramine/ pyrilamine/ phenyltoloxamine/ phenylpropanolamine (fen IR a meen/pie RILL a meen/fen ill toe LOX a meen/fen ill proe pa NOLE a meen)

Brand Names: Delhist D, Delhistine D, Histine-D, Iohist D, KG-Hist D, Liqui-Histine-D, Metahistine D, Multihist D, Multihistamine-D, Poly-D, Poly-Histine-D, Prohistine-D, Trihist-D

What is Histine-D (pheniramine/ pyrilamine/ phenyltoloxamine/ phenylpropanolamine)?

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Pheniramine, pyrilamine, and phenyltoloxamine are antihistamines. They block the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Pheniramine, pyrilamine, and phenyltoloxamine prevent sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.

Pyrlex PD

Generic Name: phenylephrine and pyrilamine (FEN il EFF rin and pir IL a meen)

Brand Names: Aldex D, Deconsal CT Tannate, K-Tan, Pyril Tann-12, Pyrlex PD, Ry-T-12, Ryna-12, Ryna-12S, Rynesa 12S, V-Tann, Viravan-S, Viravan-T

What is this drug?

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Pyrilamine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

The combination of phenylephrine and pyrilamine is used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.