Ground Floor, 677-683 Ruthven Street Toowooomba QLD 4350
Toowoomba Day & Night Pharmacy
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From vaccinations and pharmacist prescribing for a wide range of conditions to custom compounded medicines, Weekly Medicines Packs and everyday health support Toowoomba Day & Night Pharmacy provides community health solutions, day and night.
Expert Care Day & Night - Your Toowoomba Health Hub
Toowoomba Day & Night Pharmacy
Ground Floor, 677-683 Ruthven Street Toowooomba QLD 4350
Support for Dry, Irritated or Watery Eyes
If you are experiencing dry, irritated, watery or uncomfortable eyes, the Dry Eye Assessment & Management Clinic at Toowoomba Day & Night Pharmacy provides professional assessment and support to help you better understand your symptoms and discuss suitable management options.
Our trained team offers structured dry eye consultations using evidence-informed assessment methods tailored to your individual needs.
Dry Eye Assessment & Management Clinic
Watch our short video to learn more about dry eye symptoms, contributing factors and dry eye assessment services available at Toowoomba Day & Night Pharmacy.
Understanding Dry Eye and What to Expect at Your Consultation
What is Dry Eye?
Dry eye is a common condition that may occur when your eyes do not produce enough tears, or when the quality of your tears is affected.
Symptoms may include:
- Dryness or irritation
- Burning or stinging sensation
- Watery eyes
- Blurred or fluctuating vision
- Sensitivity to light
- Tired or uncomfortable eyes
- Discomfort during screen use or reading
Symptoms can vary from mild and occassional to ongoing discomfort.
What May Contribute to Dry Eye Symptoms?
A range of factors may contribute to dry eye symptoms including:
- Ageing
- Increased screen time and digital device use
- Air conditioning or environmental exposure
- Contact lens wear
- Hormonal changes
- Certain medications or medical conditions
- Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)
- Eyelid inflammation
Understanding possible contributing factors may help guide appropriate management options.
Your consultation includes a structured assessment designed to better understand your symptoms and identify possible contributing factors.
This may include:
- Discussion of symptoms and medical history
- Lifestyle and environmental assessment
- Tear film assessment
- Observation of the eyelids and eye surface
- Assessment for signs of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)
- Review of current eye care routines and products
Following your consultation, our team will explain your findings and discuss suitable management options where appropriate.
Comprehensive Dry Eye Assessment
We're proud to be the first pharmacy in Australia to offer both Tearslim IPL and Rexon-Eye treatments under one roof, bringing advanced, specialist-level clinical eye care right to our local community, treating the actual root causes of dry eye disease.
Our Advanced Technologies:
- Tearslim IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is best for unblocking clogged oil glands and reducing eyelid inflammations.
- Rexon-Eye® Electrotherapy is best for actively regenerating the glands that produce both natural oils and water.
Advanced Dry Eye Clinic
You may wish to book a dry eye consultation if you are experiencing ongoing eye discomfort, symptoms that continue despite using eye drops, or changes that are affecting your day-to-day-comfort.
A consultation may also be helpful for people who:
- Spend extended time using screens or digital devices
- Wear contact lenses
- Experience eye discomfort in air-conditioned environments
- Notice symptoms becoming more frequent or persistent
- Want guidance on suitable eye care and management options
Our team can discuss your symptoms and help determine appropriate next steps based on your individual needs.
If you are experiencing ongoing dry eye symptoms or discomfort, you can book a consultation with our team.
During your appointment, we will discuss your symptoms, assessment findings and suitable management options based on your individual needs.
When Should You Consider a Dry Eye Assessment?
Do I need a referral to book a dry eye consultation?
No referral is required. You can book directly with our team here.
What happens during a dry eye consultation?
Your consultation may include a discussion about your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle factors and current eye care routine, along with an assessment of your tear film and eye surface where appropriate.
How long does the appointment take?
Initial consultations typically take approximately 20-30 minutes.
Can dry eye symptoms have different causes?
Yes. Dry eye symptoms may be associated with a range of factors including screen use, environmental conditions, contact lens wear, ageing, medications and underlying health conditions.
Can screen use contribute to dry eye symptoms?
Extended screen use may contribute to eye discomfort and dry eye symptoms in some people due to reduced blinking and prolonged visual focus.
Can dry eye symptoms change over time?
Dry eye symptoms may vary over time depending on environmental, lifestyle and health factors. Ongoing symptoms should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
Will I receive management recommendations during my appointment?
Management options and recommendations will depend on your individual symptoms and assessment findings. Suitable options, where appropriate, will be discussed during your consultation.
Can I still book if I already use eye drops?
Yes. A consultation may help review your current eye care routine and discuss additional management options that may be suitable for you.
Are follow-up appointments required?
This depends on your individual symptoms and management plan. Follow-up consultations may be recommended where appropriate.
Are in-clinic services suitable for everyone?
Suitability for in-clinic services or management programs is assessed during your consultation based on your individual circumstances.
Why may benefit from a dry eye consultation?
A consultation may be suitable for people experiencing ongoing dry, irritated, watery or uncomfortable eys, particularly if symptoms are persistent or impacting day-to-day comfort.
How do I book a dry eye consultation?
You can book online or contact Toowoomba Day & Night Pharmacy to arrange an appointment with our team.
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