Pharmaceutical
Alcon is the largest ophthalmic pharmaceutical company in the world. Our pharmaceuticals are used globally every day to treat millions of people who suffer from eye diseases and conditions such as glaucoma, eye infection, eye inflammation, eye allergies and ear infections. We've highlighted some of our flagship pharmaceutical products that are revolutionizing eye care and eye health.
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Eye Allergies
Eye allergies, also known as allergic conjunctivitis, often result in red, swollen, itchy eyes that create a range of annoyances from mild to severe. These allergies can be caused by a number of situational or environmental factors – animal hair and dander, and pollen from trees, grass and other plants.
Eye Infections
Eye infections can range from common ailments like conjunctivitis to serious and sight-threatening conditions. Causes can include bacteria, complications with contact lenses or complications with surgery and other eye trauma.
Eye Inflammation
Eye inflammation most commonly occurs in response to eye surgery, which while necessary, can upset the delicate tissue of the eye. It can also occur as a result of infection.
Ear Infection
Outer ear infections, scientifically referred to as otitis externa, are fairly common bacterial infections. Although the presence of bacteria in the outer ear canal is normal and healthy, it can develop into infection when the right conditions are present for it to thrive. Such conditions include when skin in the ear canal is injured or damaged, often from objects like cotton swabs, or when water gets trapped in the ear from activities like swimming. The infection creates swelling, which is often painful. Middle ear infections can develop as a result of colds or flu, when bacteria move into the middle ear from the nose or throat.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, which usually occurs as a result of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). Glaucoma is a disease without noticeable symptoms. Consequently it may be diagnosed late and patient compliance with treatment may be poor. Glaucoma can easily be detected early, however, through a standard eye exam before there is any loss of vision. Today there are convenient treatments that can lower intraocular pressure (IOP).
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