Meet Upneeq .. A Ptosis Treatment without Surgery
Upneeq is the only FDA-approved once-daily prescription eyedrop for acquired ptosis (low-lying lids) that lifts your upper eyelids to open your eyes
- Most patients in clinical trials had a lift in their eyelids in as little as 2 hours
- 84% of patients had some form of improvement
- 74% of patients had more than a 50% improvement
- In one study, some patients saw a lift in their eyelids as fast as 5 minutes after the first dose
Are low-lying eyelids making your eyes look a little tired?
You may have acquired ptosis.
Acquired ptosis (low-lying lids) is a common medical condition that:
- Can develop later in life
- Affects adults of all ages, but occurs more often with increased age
- Usually occurs when the muscles in the eyelid stretch and weaken, causing the upper eyelid to droop
- May be caused by other issues, such as cataract surgery, contact lens wear, or an underlying medical condition. It could also be a sign of a more serious medical condition.
FAQ
In the past, lifting the eyelids required a blepharoplasty (eyelid lift). The FDA has approved UPNEEQ®, the first prescription eye drop to treat acquired blepharoptosis. Blepharoptosis is the medical term for drooping eyelids and acquired means you developed it over time. UPNEEQ® gives you a subtle lift that can make a noticeable difference.
Upper eyelids droop due to factors such as aging, genetics, and health. UPNEEQ® works by triggering muscles that contract to raise the eyelid. This has the effect of lifting the upper eyelids about 1 mm. This is less than you would achieve with surgical correction but requires no scarring, recovery time, or discomfort. UPNEEQ® can also improve your vision by lifting drooping eyelids that could have blocked your view.
For most people, UPNEEQ® will start working within five minutes to two hours.
After you apply UPNEEQ®, you can expect it to last about six to eight hours. We recommend applying it to last during the part of the day when you most want to look alert and bright-eyed.
UPNEEQ® is an artificial tear that uses no preservatives. It is very safe and almost anyone can use it. After applying the drops, you should wait a minute or two for your vision to clear before driving or similar activities. Most people will have clear vision within a few minutes of the application. You should not have any discomfort or downtime after using UPNEEQ®. About 1% of people may experience redness or blurred vision.