| 摘要 |
<p>A method for moisturizing the eye in which an amount of aqueous fluid is administered to the eye in an amount below that which causes flooding of the eye and removal of the normal tear film from the surface of the eye. Preferably, the fluid consists essentially of water. That is, it contains no therapeutically active ingredients, although it may contain non-therapeutic components such as preservatives, lubricants, surfactants, and buffers. The fluid, when administered in accordance with the invention, rehydrates the already present tear fill rather than replacing the tear film. A kit for moisturizing the eye in accordance with the invention is also disclosed.</p> |
