Vuity Eye Drops: A New Solution for Blurry Near Vision
Are you frustrated with the changes to your eyesight as you age? Relying more and more on reading glasses? You’re not alone—over 826 million people worldwide struggle with presbyopia, or age-related blurry near vision.
At Family Eye Care in North Andover, we offer Vuity, the first and only FDA-approved prescription eye drop that helps adults see up close more clearly—without surgery or constant reliance on glasses.
What is Presbyopia?
Presbyopia, which literally means “old eyes,” happens naturally as we age. The lens inside the eye becomes less flexible, making it harder for light to focus properly on the retina.
Most people begin to notice symptoms around age 40, such as:
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Difficulty seeing things up close
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Holding reading material at arm’s length
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Headaches or eye strain with near work
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Fatigue or sore eyes
A comprehensive eye exam can confirm whether presbyopia is the cause of your blurry vision.
Traditional Treatment Options
Presbyopia doesn’t have a cure, but there are several ways to manage it, including:
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Eyeglasses or reading glasses
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Contact lenses
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Surgical options (lens replacement or corneal inlays)
Now, there’s also a nonsurgical, daily eye drop treatment—Vuity.
What is Vuity?
Vuity is a once-daily prescription eye drop designed specifically for adults with presbyopia. It works by temporarily reducing pupil size and gently contracting the eye muscles, allowing you to see up close more clearly.
Benefits:
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FDA-approved and proven effective
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Convenient daily use at home
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A simple alternative to glasses, contacts, or surgery
Safety & Precautions
As with any medication, there are precautions:
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Do not use Vuity if you’re allergic to its ingredients or have iritis (eye inflammation).
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Remove contact lenses before use; wait 10 minutes before reinserting them.
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If using multiple eye medications, wait at least 5 minutes between drops.
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Use caution when driving at night or in low-light settings.
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Possible side effects include headaches, eye redness, or mild discomfort.
Your doctor will review your eye and overall health history to make sure Vuity is safe for you.
Is Vuity Right for You?
The best way to know is through a comprehensive eye exam at Family Eye Care. Our doctors will evaluate your vision and overall eye health to determine if Vuity could be the right solution for your blurry near vision.