Visine Lr Discontinued? (Page 47) (Top voted first)

Having problems finding this product. Has it been discontinued and if so, do you know why?

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I looked at amazon and it looks like Visine can be ordered from there. Even if you do not have a computer, you can use one at the library to order it.

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Hi, Does anyone have any contacts in Jakarta? As this would be helpful too get CENDO ADTHENOF, the best replacement for Visine LR, at a reasonable price .

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Based on others' posts, I decided to try Afrin nasal spray. The only criticism I have is that it seems more "watery" than eye drops, it tends to run out of my eye.

Since Afrin has more Oxymetazaline (3% vs. 2.5%) it is a little stronger, and the larger bottles are cheaper than the little Visine LR bottles were.

So far so good after one month regular use.

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Karl. I usually put 1 drop in each eye while still in bed in the am to keep it from running. BTW are you diluting the afrin? I do 25% afrin and the rest artificial tears. Works great!!

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I still haven't tried the Afrin and the Artificial tears. I guess you can say I'm chicken to try it. For those of you using them, what kind of mixing medium do you use, bottle, and how do you control the ratio of drops?

In the meantime, because I had stocked up on Visine LR due to a previous shortage that we recovered from - I was using, what I thought was my last full bottle. Until the other day I was cleaning out my carry on bag and found a sealed bottle in the bag! I screamed with delight :) The expiry date was 5/15 -- but I don't care, as the bottle was sealed in a cool, dry environment. During the last few bottles, I would alternate between 3 types of drops and using my Visine LR every 3rd day. I alternated between 1) Visine LR 2) Zoamet (from India) and 3) Baush and Lomb (sp) Advanced Redness relief. All I can say is I'm glad I did not purchase more than 2 bottles of Zoamet from Ebay. For the price point, they just don't work that well for me. I think the Zoamet dries my eyes too much. So I yesterday was my last few drops of Zoamet and now I'm just alternating between 1 and 3 options listed above. I really like the feeling of the Baush and Lomb as it really has that instant relief feeling that Visine LR gave me first in the morning. Just not as long lasting as the Visine LR. However, for me, it's quite a viable solution. I'm just quite curious as to how ones that are using the Afrin mix it and control the drops, etc.

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I also like Allergex the best and Oxylin also works but it appears that even they are becoming obsolete so I just stocked up in case they also go off the market. I'm trying to avoid putting Afrin in my eyes as much as possible!

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So I caved and purchased 1 Allergex and 1 Oxylin (some sellers sell a combo pack)... and I REALLY like the Allergex the best. I wish I wasn't so chicken to order this from South Africa on my own. I may order two bottles with a credit card that I can load up and not my own credit cards to see how it goes. Oxylin has some kind of other ingredient that adds like a moisturizing agent... and it stung a little going in. Allergex is almost an exact dupe for Visine LR. I still have about half a bottle of LR left... so I'm alternating 4 drops now... Visine LR, Allergex, Oxylin and B & L. B & L is still a good and a cheap alternative. Not sure how much longer I will be able to afford 60ish dollars for two bottles of the other stuff every-so-often.

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Cristina. I use the stop & shop - care one brand artificial tears. Top comes off fairly easily. Just make sure you're careful not to contaminate it. Remove enough artificial tears until it is level with the top of the sticker on the bottle. Then fill to the top with Afrin (approx 25% mixture). Works like a charm. Key is to use the least amount per day. I only use 1 drop in each eye in the am. In the past, The more I use the more difficult it was to keep my eyes from being bloodshot the following day. If you're using drops a couple times a day then you might need to skip an entire day without any drops in order for this to be effective. Just plan on staying home that day :)

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Rick,

Thank you! I am willing to try this. So it makes sense just to remove the artificial tears and add the Afrin from there.

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I am too scared to try using Afrin mixture. I like CENDO ASTHENHOF, the best as a replacement for Visine LR. It's made in Indonesia & very cheap locally in Indonesia. But they can be found online at an astronomical price. So I use these very sparingly.

Otherwise Visine A (works for a couple of hours) & Allergex (stings my eyes after a few hours), purchased from Expat Shop in South Africa on regular basis.

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Christina,

I feel as you do about the oxymetazoline. Sad, isn't it? So much manufacturing is disappearing in this country. It seems we will have to go through a period of great positive growth for someone to be willing to make oxymetazoline drops again. I'll probably be in my grave by then. :-) The recession has been a real downer in so many ways.

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Thank you Rhonda, Christina in PA, and everyone who continues to pass on information and keep in communication here about Visine LR (or its discontinuation!)

I continue to keep on the lookout for any new eye drops that may be made with oxymetazoline or for comparable substitutes. I will be sure to post anything I find (that is not already mentioned) on this thread and hope you all with do the same.

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I'm using up the very last of my Visine LR... Oxylin and Allergex are OK... but they are no Visine LR. And my eyes have been particularly itchy and redder than normal due to the obscene amount of allergens in the air lately!!

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Hi Christina. Guess you haven't tried the Afrin mixture yet? I've been using it for a while now and ready to make my 2nd batch. I'm so glad I found this board and saw the suggestion to make your own mixture. I was so stressed when i was on my last bottle of LR

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Hi Rick, no, I haven't tried it yet.... as I had purchased the Allergex and the Oxylin and wanted to give those a thorough evaluation before I threw the Afrin into the mix. I will do that soon enough though... glad you're still doing well with it! Gives me (and my pocketbook) hope :)

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Yes- I did get the allergex too... which I think is the best alternative. I have one bottle that I use sparingly. If the Afrin does really work... I guess I can play mad scientist!

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I know it's been asked a million times, but can someone please post the instructions on how to make it again..... PLEASE. :) Thank you!

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Hi Traci. I use the Care One / stop & shop brand artificial tears. The nozzle pops off quite easily. Just make sure your hands are clean or use a tissue to be on the safe side. Pour out enough solution until it's level with the top of the label. Fill up to the top with Original 12 hour Afrin so its only about 25% mixture. Replace and clean the cap with rubbing alcohol. Shake well before each use. I've gotten the best results if I only use 1 drop in each eye 1xday in the am. If I use any more than that it loses its effectiveness and my eyes stays more red the following day. If you're used to using it a couple times a day then you will need a reset day in which you don't use any drops for a 24 hour period.

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Wow, Thanks, Rick - doesn't seem that hard at all to make. I am going to try it! Thank you so much for posting.

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Yes really pretty easy. Unless youre going to wear sunglasses just avoid going out or seeing people on your reset day ;) good luck!!

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