Lift drooping upper eyelids with Upneeq®, the first FDA-approved prescription eye drop for acquired ptosis in adults. It can help improve low-lying eyelids, eyelid asymmetry, obstructed upper vision, and a tired-looking eye area. At LaVida Med Spa, our experts stay current on proven options for face and eye rejuvenation.
How Does Upneeq Work?
Acquired ptosis develops when the upper eyelid sits lower than normal, often because the muscles responsible for lifting the lid weaken or stretch with age. The levator muscle provides most eyelid elevation, while Müller’s muscle, a smaller, involuntary muscle controlled by the sympathetic nervous system, helps maintain upper eyelid position.
Upneeq (oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution 0.1%) is an FDA-approved prescription eye drop for acquired blepharoptosis in adults. Oxymetazoline activates alpha-adrenergic receptors in Müller’s muscle, causing it to contract and temporarily elevate the upper eyelid. Each single-use vial delivers one daily dose: one drop in each affected eye. Clinical studies demonstrated measurable eyelid elevation as early as two hours after the first dose.
What Does Upneeq Treat?
Upneeq is FDA-approved for acquired ptosis in adults. By temporarily raising the upper eyelid, it can address concerns such as:
- Drooping or low-lying upper eyelids
- Acquired eyelid ptosis that develops with age
- Uneven eyelid height caused by acquired ptosis
- A tired or heavy-eyed appearance related to drooping lids
- Upper visual field obstruction caused by a low-lying eyelid
How is Upneeq Administered?
Your treatment starts with a consultation at LaVida Med Spa, where our team evaluates your eyelid position, degree of drooping, medical history, medications, and treatment goals. Because drooping eyelids can have different causes, we’ll determine whether your concern is consistent with acquired ptosis and whether prescription Upneeq is appropriate for you.
Upneeq is used at home rather than administered in an office setting. You apply one drop of the solution to each affected eye daily, using a single-use vial. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before application and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them. If you use other ophthalmic medications, separate them from Upneeq by at least 15 minutes.
What Are the Potential Side Effects?
Upneeq is generally well tolerated, but side effects can occur. Adverse reactions reported in 1-5% of people in clinical trials included:
- Punctate keratitis (small areas of irritation or damage on the corneal surface)
- Eye redness
- Dry eye
- Blurred vision
- Instillation-site pain or irritation
- Headache
Use Upneeq exactly as prescribed, one drop in each affected eye once daily, and avoid touching the vial tip to your eye or surrounding skin. Because oxymetazoline can affect blood pressure and may interact with some medications, tell your provider about cardiovascular conditions and all medications you take. Seek prompt medical evaluation for new or worsening ptosis, double vision, eye pain, significant vision changes, or other unexpected symptoms.
FAQs
How Quickly Does Upneeq Work, and How Long Do Results Last?
Upneeq may begin working quickly. In clinical studies, some patients saw measurable upper-eyelid elevation within two hours of their first dose. On later treatment days, improvement was observed as soon as five minutes after application. The effect is temporary and may last for several hours, depending on your anatomy and the severity of your ptosis.
How Often Do You Use Upneeq?
The recommended dosage is one drop in each affected eye once daily. Upneeq is supplied in single-use vials, and each vial should be discarded after use. Do not increase the dose or frequency unless instructed by your healthcare provider.
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LaVida Med Spa focuses on face, neck, and skin rejuvenation, and we stay current on treatments that genuinely deserve your attention. Upneeq offers adults with acquired ptosis something refreshingly simple: an FDA-approved, non-surgical prescription eye drop that can temporarily lift low-lying upper eyelids with just one daily dose. No injections or surgery required! Schedule a consultation for Upneeq in Chandler or Mesa, AZ, today.
