Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) eye drops are customized eye drops made from a small sample of a patient’s own blood. The blood is processed to concentrate platelets—cells rich in growth factors, anti-inflammatory proteins, and healing molecules—and then bottled to create drops suitable for use on the eye.
Because PRP comes from the patient, it is autologous, meaning there’s no risk of allergy or immune reaction.
Why PRP Drops Are Important for Dry Eye Management
- Promote Natural Healing
The growth factors in PRP (such as PDGF, EGF, and TGF-β) help repair the surface of the eye (cornea) stimulating:
- Epithelial cell regeneration
- Collagen remodeling
- Tissue healing
This can improve the health of the cornea in ways that artificial tears cannot.
- Reduce Inflammation
Dry eye disease often involves chronic inflammation. PRP contains anti-inflammatory components that help calm the ocular surface, reducing redness, burning, and irritation.
- Provide Superior Lubrication vs. Artificial Tears
Unlike standard lubricants, PRP has:
- Biological nutrients
- Natural tear-like proteins
- High viscosity (thickness) that enhances comfort
Patients often report longer-lasting relief.
- Useful for Corneal Damage
PRP can also improve:
- Persistent epithelial defects
- Neurotrophic keratitis
- Post-LASIK dry eye
- Chemical or mechanical damage to the cornea
Improving the ocular surface often improves dry eye symptoms overall.
- Safe and Well-Tolerated
Because it’s made from your own blood:
- No preservatives
- Very low risk of adverse reaction
- Can be used multiple times a day
How PRP Drops Are Used
- Typically applied 4 times per day
- Must be refrigerated or frozen (no preservatives)
- Usually prepared by specialized compounding labs or ophthalmology clinics but now available at Grand River Eye Care
Bottom Line
PRP eye drops offer a regenerative, biologically active treatment that goes beyond simple lubrication.
They address the root causes of dry eye—surface damage and inflammation—making them a valuable option for patients with moderate to severe or stubborn dry eye disease.
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