HYLO GEL Mechanism of Action

HYLO GEL is indicated for the treatment of dry eye disease.
HYLO GEL contains the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance found in many organs of the human body including the eye. Its unique property is that it forms a regular, stable, and long lasting, lubricating, and moisturising film on the eye surface that is not easily rinsed off. This so-called bioadhesive property ensures that the cornea and conjunctiva are protected and together with the physiologic tears the eye lid moves easily over the surface of the eye. HYLO GEL contains a higher amount of sodium hyaluronate which makes it more viscous and in so doing the eye is provided with an intensive, soothing and long-lasting moisturising film. Persistent or more severe symptoms are relieved, and the eye is protected against further irritation.
Due to surgical interventions on the eye or after eye injuries the physiologic tear secretion may be reduced. A continuous moisturising of the surface of the eye is necessary for the regeneration of the eye's tissues. By applying HYLO GEL, increased moisture and lubrication is supplied to cornea and conjunctiva so that the physiologic wound healing process is optimal.
Being preservative-free, HYLO GEL is usually very well tolerated. Additionally, HYLO GEL is free of phosphates so that possible complications due to the formation of insoluble deposits in the cornea are avoided.