Blephagel Eyelid Gel - 30g

Product Summary

Instantly cools, hydrates, and soothes inflamed eyelids. Provides a sensation of freshness. Preservative, perfume, and paraben-free. Can be used by all contact lens wearers.

Benefits of Blephagel:

• Preservative, paraben, alcohol, and fragrance-free.
• Gentle and cooling.
• Removes mucous, debris and dirt from the eye area.
• Sterilises and hydrates the skin.

Directions

Use Blephagel morning and evening or as often as necessary.

Ingredients

Aqua, Poloxamer 188, Peg-90, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide

Warnings and Restrictions

• Not suitable for children under 6 years.
• Only use on the eyelids and eyelashes. Do not put directly into the eye.
• May cause temporary blurring of vision at the time of applying.
• Do not drive or operate machinery until your vision clears.
• Throw away the tube 8 weeks after the first opening.
• Do not cut the tube, as this would risk contamination.

Taking other medicines

Blephagel is unlikely to affect other medications. However, it's a good idea to check with your pharmacist if you are using any other products for your eyes.

Storage

Do not store above 25°C.

Pharmacist FAQs Answered

What is Blephagel used for?

Blephagel is a hydrating and cooling gel that is designed to wash and soothe irritated, inflamed, or crusty eyelids. It's most commonly prescribed to people with such conditions as:

• Blepharitis (a recurring eyelid inflammation)
• Dry eye syndrome
• Meibomian gland dysfunction
• Allergies or overall eyelid irritation

Daily cleansing with Blephagel helps to remove dirt, oil, dried secretions, remnants of makeup, and crusts that can build up along the lash line and cause irritation to the eyes.

Why use Blephagel?

Preservative-free, alcohol-free, paraben-free, and fragrance-free, making it suitable for sensitive skin.

It can be used safely by contact lens wearers.

Mild enough to be used safely on a daily basis in the long term.

Helps to improve eye hygiene, which is important in any patient who experiences eye irritation or has long-standing eyelid conditions.

How does Blephagel work?

Blephagel includes Poloxamer 188, a mild cleansing ingredient that properly removes debris without drying or stinging. The gel also moisturises and soothes the eyelid skin, reducing redness and making it comfortable again.

Its non-greasy, fast-drying texture makes it ideal for use in the morning and at night, including prior to makeup application or following extended wear of contact lenses.

Who is Blephagel appropriate for?

Adults and children 6 years and older.

People with sensitive skin or allergies.

Contact lens wearers and users of other eye treatments (just leave a gap between applications).

If you have itchy, gritty, red or crusty eyelids, Blephagel can be a simple, soothing addition to your daily eye care routine.

Top Tips for Use

Use with a clean cotton pad or gauze or directly on the lower lid of the eye – place a small amount of gel on, close your eye, and gently massage across the eyelid and lash line.

Do not wash off – Blephagel is retained on the skin.

Avoid touching the tube tip to the eye to avoid contamination.

Best used twice a day – morning to remove overnight deposits and evening to remove daily impurities and makeup.

When to speak to your healthcare professional

Speak to your pharmacist, GP or optician if:

• Your eyelid symptoms worsen or fail to improve after a few weeks of uninterrupted use.
• You notice a lot of swelling, discharge, or changes to your vision.
• You find persistent discomfort when wearing contact lenses.