Bruder Healthcare Introduces Eyeleve MGD, Preservative-free Eye Drop for Dry Eye

Bruder Healthcare announced that it has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Santen S.A. to market Eyeleve® MGD in the U.S.

To be marketed in early 2025 as Eyeleve® MGD, the eye drop formulation was previously marketed in the U.S. as Retaine® MGD.

This preservative-free ophthalmic emulsion provides moisturization, lubrication and protection for moderate to severe evaporative dry eye (EDE). Up to 80 percent of dry eye patients suffer from EDE.

The formulation uses a preservative-free oil-in-water cationic emulsion technology. This technology delivers ingredients through electrostatic attraction between positively charged droplets and the negatively charged ocular surface. This innovative approach promotes relief from dry eye symptoms by moisturizing, lubricating and protecting the eyes.

Hilco Vision’s Brent Jones, Global Head of Vision Care Solutions, says, “We are thrilled to introduce Eyeleve MGD to our portfolio of dry eye treatments. Adding Eyeleve MGD strengthens our product line and better equips eye care professionals to provide solutions for patients on the road back to healthy eyes.”

The hypotonicity of the emulsion in Eyeleve MGD adds moisture by lowering the salt concentration of tears, while the lipid component lubricates and protects the surface of the eye. This unique combination of ingredients ensures that patients experience relief from dry eye symptoms, improving their overall eye health and comfort.

As co-author of a study published in Clinical Ophthalmology, Paul Karpecki, OD, states that study data demonstrated a therapeutic effect of the formulation on the signs and symptoms of dry eye after two weeks of treatment. In addition, study participants experienced an immediate-onset transient improvement in tear film stability.

“This preservative-free drop not only addresses the physiological challenges of dry eye but also enhances patients’ quality of life, particularly in activities like prolonged computer use,” says Karpecki, underscoring its role as a promising option in the battle against dry eye syndrome¹.