OcluVet Eye Drops, 15 mL
Nutritional / Lubricant Drops

The OcluVet (Click for price) formula is the result of more than 8 years of research. It is an advanced nutriceutical formulation developed to address the contributing factors of lens opacities.  It is comprised of numerous ingredients rather than taking a single ingredient approach to address the multiple deficiencies of the lens.

Crystallin lens proteins are long-lived proteins expressed early in life with virtually no turnover or protein synthesis. The eye protects its DNA from damage with numerous antioxidant systems. The OcluVet formula was designed to target the reactions that lead to the formation of damaged proteins and provide the nutrients needed to repair the altered amino residues and oxidation to allow the proteins to return to their healthy, noncross-linked state. Unlike oral or commercially available eye drop supplements that demonstrate little or no benefit, OcluVet utilizes a systems approach in targeting compromised and damaged components of the eye. This powerful antioxidant/ nutrient system provides immediate neutralization of existing free radicals and is a glycation and protein cross-linking inhibitor.

Ocular Degeneration

Glycation of lens proteins is a primary factor in cataract formation. Glycation results in the formation of a schiff base (SB) and Amadori rearrangement via the Maillard reaction leading to early glycation products. As the process continues, dehydration and rearrangement leads to cross-links between adjacent proteins, resulting in protein aggregates, advanced glycation end products (AGE’s) and increased oxidative stress (glycoxidation). In simple terms, with age, disease, or trauma the crystallin proteins in the eye lens are damaged and denatured allowing them to “clump” to together. This clumping of damaged proteins is what is recognized as a cataract.

OcluVet Dosage Initial Administration:
Apply 1 drop to the eye 3 times per day for 6 - 8 weeks or as directed by your veterinarian.

Depending on the severity of your pet's condition, the changes you see may be very subtle.  During the first few weeks of application you may notice the eye to appear smoother and/or brighter although the opacity is still present.  Between 6 and 8 weeks (if not sooner) you should notice your pet navigating more accurately i.e. moving around furniture, catching treats, chasing a ball, moving around at night or in the dark, etc.  Unlike our human patients, you should not expect the eye to go from white to clear in 8 weeks.  It is interesting to note, in the manufacturer's clinical trial, we found reptiles responded more profoundly and sooner than birds, birds sooner than cats, and cats sooner than dogs.

Maintenance Administration:
Apply 1 drop to the eye every 24 - 48 hours or as directed by your veterinarian.

Ingredients: Sterile water, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate, N-Acetyl-L Carnosine, Purified L- Carnosine, Glutathione, Cysteine Ascorbate, L- Taurine, Riboflavin Monophosphate, Propylene Glycol (0.2%), Polysorbate 80 (0.2%).

Because OcluVet is comprised of several natural ingredients, there may be variations in color from drop to drop or bottle to bottle depending on temperature, exposure to light, etc.  Color variations can range from a dark brownish/green to a bright yellow.  When the drop comes in contact with the warm temperature of the eye, it will turn to a bright yellow.  Yellow staining around the eye can be removed using a damp cloth.  A mild detergent such as a baby shampoo can be used on the fur surrounding the eye if necessary.

OcluVet contains a high content of antioxidants and nutrients.  It is very important that you thoroughly shake the bottle prior to applying the drops.  The precipitant in the product is water soluble and will readily be absorbed by the eye.

OcluVet doesn't just contain one or two ingredients.  There are six primary ingredients targeting glycation, cross-linking and other reactions that result in lens opacities.  Several of the ingredients are not readily available "off the shelf" and are produced for a specific formula.  If price is your primary concern, try the others.  If results are what your looking for, try OcluVet.

Warning: DO NOT USE IF SEAL IS BROKEN. DO NOT TOUCH THE BOTTLE TIP TO ANY SURFACE DURING APPLICATION. DO NOT SHARE THIS CONTAINER OR ITS' CONTENTS WITH OTHERS. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Cease use and consult your veterinarian if the patient experiences eye redness or discomfort for more than 72 hours.