Systane Ultra Lubricant Eye Drops. Extended Protection Fast Symptom Relief Doctor Recommended Sterile Open your eyes to a breakthrough comfort technology with Systane Ultra Lubricant Eye Drops. Systane Ultra elevates the science of dry eye therapy to a new level;From first blink, eyes feel lubricated and refreshed;Feel the difference in dry eye relief with Systane Ultra. Systane Ultra: Breakthrough Comfort Technology Alcon's Newest Dry Eye Technology Designed to Protect the Ocular Surface Acts Like a Drop, Protects Like a Gel Enhanced Lubrication What is Dry Eye? Definition - Dry Eye is a chronic condition defined as inadequate tear film caused by inadequate tear production, excess tear evaporation or abnormal tear film components. Sufferers - It is estimated that between 10 and 14 million people are affected in the United States. It is highly prevalent in the elderly population. Dry Eye affects women 2 to 3 times more often than men and is more likely to be found in women who are post menopausal. Risk Factors - include various disease states, environmental factors, life style habits and the taking of various medications. Signs & Symptoms - eye discomfort, burning or scratchy feeling, grittiness, foreign body sensation, blurred vision, sensitivity to light and excessive tearing. First Line Therapy includes non prescription lubricant eye drops and ophthalmic ointment designed to alleviate and control dryness of the eye, relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Systane Lubricant Eye Drops are currently the 1 Doctor Recommended lubricating eye drop for Dry Eye. Systane Ultra Lubricant Eye Drops represent breakthrough comfort technology and is Alcon's newest dry eye technology. Ketelson HA, Davis J, Meadows DL. Characterization of a novel polymeric artificial tear transmission system. Suggested Use: Shake well before using Instill 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) as needed Other Information: Store at room temperature UPC: 300651431056 Weight: 0.4 lbs RKU: WAL11994885