The increasing amount of time spent touching computers and smartphones is no different in Japan and abroad. This will inevitably increase the strain on the eyes. At such times, eye drops are convenient to have.
Japanese eye drops, in particular, are becoming increasingly popular overseas because they are moderately refreshing. Since they can be easily purchased at drugstores without the need to see a doctor, they are also useful as souvenirs.
This article therefore introduces eight recommended eye drops that can be purchased in Japan.
Santen Pharmaceutical| Sante FX Neo 12ml
Sante FX Neo is an eye drop with a strong cooling sensation; it contains two types of amino acids that promote tissue metabolism in tired eyes and relieve eye fatigue and redness. The strong cool sensation of FX Neo spreads a refreshing sensation on the surface of the eye, which will refresh you. It should not be used while wearing soft contact lenses.
＜Basic Information＞
Name: Sante FX Neo
Distributor: Santen Pharmaceutical Co.
Suggested retail price: 968 yen (tax included)
Santen Pharmaceutical | Sante PC 12ml
Sante PC is an eye drop that improves inflammation and fatigue of the eyes caused by prolonged computer work. It contains maximum concentrations of vitamins B6 and B12, which not only promote the metabolism of tired tissues, but also relax the muscles behind the eyes that have become stiff. It also contains ingredients that reduce nighttime redness and itchiness in eye inflammation. These eye drops have a pleasant, moderately cool sensation that is comfortable for eyes tired from continuously looking at computers and smartphones.
<Basic Information＞
Name: Sante PC
Distributor: Santen Pharmaceutical Co.
Suggested retail price: 880 yen (tax included)
Rohto Seiyaku | Rohto Deziai 12mL
Rohto Deziai is an eye drop developed with a focus on eye fatigue, inflammation, and hyperemia caused by the blue light emitted by many smartphones and computers. It contains the maximum concentration of active ingredients, including active vitamin B2, which promotes tissue metabolism and restoration of the cornea. It has a moderately cool and refreshing sensation and refreshes the eyes. Please note that this product cannot be used while wearing soft contact lenses.
＜Basic Information＞
Name: Rohto Deziai
Sales company: Rohto Pharmaceutical Co.
Suggested retail price: 968 yen (tax included)
Senju Pharmaceuticals | New Mightier CL-s 15mL
New Mightia CL-s is an eye drop that can be used by any contact lens wearer. It was developed with the aim of making life more comfortable for contact lens wearers. They contain more taurine, a nutritional ingredient that helps repair the cornea, than conventional products, so they sufficiently relieve dryness and fatigue of the eyes. The cool sensation is not so strong and is gentle to the eye. Of course, it can also be used by those who do not wear contact lenses.
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Name: New Mightier CL-s
Distributor: Senju Pharmaceutical Co.
Suggested retail price: 660 yen (tax included)
Senju Pharmaceuticals | New Mightier CL Ice Crush 15mL
New Mightia CL Ice Crush is an eye drop with a fairly strong cooling sensation. It provides moisture to eyes that are dry from contact lenses and other factors. It not only improves dryness of the eyes, but also promotes the metabolism of the eyes and improves eye fatigue because it contains glucose. Although New Mightier CL Ice Crush has a fairly strong cooling effect, it can be used with or without contact lenses.
<Basic Information＞
Name: New Mightia CL Ice Crush
Sales company: Senju Pharmaceutical Co.
Suggested retail price: 748 yen (tax included)
Santen Pharmaceutical| Soft Santia 5ml x 4
Soft Santia is an eye drop with properties similar to tear fluid. It improves uncomfortable symptoms such as dry eyes and a foreign body sensation due to insufficient tear fluid. They can also be used even when wearing contact lenses, and can be expected to improve discomfort and eye fatigue when wearing contact lenses. Furthermore, Soft Santee is a preservative-free artificial lachrymal solution that is gentle to the eye and can be used by children.
<Basic Information＞
Name: Soft Santee
Distributor: Santen Pharmaceutical Co.
Suggested retail price: 1,236 yen (excluding tax)
Rohto Pharmaceuticals |Rohto Gold 40 Mild 20mL
Rohto Gold 40 Mild is an eye drop developed with a focus on the eye problems of middle-aged and older people, and contains the maximum concentration of six active ingredients to improve painful blurred vision. These eye drops are recommended not only for middle-aged and older people, but also for those whose eyes tend to get tired from operating computers and smartphones. They are quite mild and will not cause any stinging, even for sensitive people. It should not be used while wearing soft contact lenses.
＜Basic Information＞
Name: Rohto Gold 40 Mild
Distributor: Rohto Pharmaceutical Co.
Suggested retail price: 858 yen (tax included)
Lion | Smile 40 Premium DX 15mL
Smile 40 Premium DX is an eye drop that is effective for eye fatigue and blurred vision caused by age and overuse. It contains the maximum amount of adsorbable vitamin A that supports recovery of visual function and promotes repair of the cornea. It also contains 10 effective ingredients to improve eye fatigue and inflammation, making it a suitable eye drop for recovering tired eyes. Furthermore, Smile 40 Premium DX contains no preservatives, making it a healthier product.
<Basic Information＞
Name: Smile 40 Premium DX
Sales company: Lion Corporation
Suggested Retail Price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
Summary
This article has introduced eight recommended eye drops available in Japan. There were a variety of eye drops, from those that are gentle to those that have a strong cooling sensation.
In Japan, eye drops are readily available at drugstores. Why not try some Japanese eye drops as a souvenir?
