Upneeq® for Eyelid Ptosis in Palm Desert, CA
Dr. Doriana Cosgrove and the team at Desert Med Aesthetic are excited to announce the addition of Upneeq® to their lineup of aesthetic treatments. These unique FDA-approved eye-lifting drops are now available for our patients at our Indian Wells office.
If you’ve noticed that your eyes look tired—more tired than you feel—you may have acquired blepharoptosis (low-lying lids), also called ptosis. With this condition, the upper eyelids droop, most commonly because of the progressive weakening of the eyelid muscles. Acquired ptosis can make you look more tired than you feel or even obstruct your vision as the eyelid continues to droop. Upneeq is the only FDA-approved prescription eyedrop to help correct ptosis. It effectively lifts your upper eyelids for alert, energized eyes. When combined with Botox® treatments, Upneeq can give you surgical-like results without having to undergo a procedure.
What is Blepharoptosis (Droopy Eyelids), and What Causes It?
The medical term for drooping eyelids is blepharoptosis. Eyelids that have lost muscle density and have started to sag can create a more tired-looking appearance and cause one or both of your eyes to appear smaller than they normally are. Blepharoptosis can also lead to impaired vision due to eyelid obstruction of your line of sight.
Many factors can contribute to droopy eyelids, including aging, genetics, eye surgery, and some medical conditions. Some neurological or eye conditions can cause eyelid ptosis, including stroke, cerebral aneurysm, orbital infection, and orbital masses. If you’re unsure of the cause of your ptosis, be sure to visit your ophthalmologist first for an eye exam to rule out any serious underlying medical conditions.
Meet Upneeq®—A Ptosis Treatment Without Surgery
Upneeq is the only FDA-approved once-daily prescription eyedrop for acquired ptosis. Upneeq uses oxymetazoline, an alpha-adrenergic agonist that stimulates the levator palpebrae muscle, causing it to contract and raise the upper eyelid to open your eyes. It only takes about 5 to 15 minutes to take effect, and the results last all day. Dr. Doriana Cosgrove was one of the first physicians to provide this product to our loyal patients in Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta, and Coachella.
What Can Upneeq® Do for You?
The primary use of Upneeq is to provide a noticeable and quick lift to drooping, heavy eyelids. Some other benefits that Upneeq offers patients include:
- Most patients in clinical trials noticed a lift in their eyelids in as little as 2 hours. In one study, patients saw a lift in the eyelids in as little as 5 minutes after their first dose.
- 84% of patients had some form of improvement
- 74% of patients had more than 50% improvement
- Upneeq significantly improves upper field vision. In clinical trials, Upneeq helped patients with acquired ptosis see better on the first day they started their treatment.
- 8% of patients had some form of improvement
- 8% of patients had at least a 50% improvement on Day 14 (2 hours after applying Upneeq)
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Dr. Doriana Cosgrove
Since opening Desert Med Aesthetics, Dr. Doriana Cosgrove has dedicated her career to providing men and women with comprehensive, personalized care in a welcoming environment.
Starting with your initial consultation, you’ll be welcomed by a staff that is genuinely committed to helping you achieve your goals. For new patients, your first visit is focused on identifying problem areas that are keeping you from feeling confident about your appearance.
Whether you’re visiting Dr. Cosgrove for the first time or returning for touch-ups, the team at Desert Med Aesthetics looks forward to providing you with the aesthetic care you deserve.
Is Upneeq® Safe?
Upneeq has been FDA-approved as a safe and effective temporary treatment of acquired eyelid ptosis in adults. To gain FDA approval, Upneeq showed effectiveness in two 6-week clinical trials that followed over 300 patients with acquired blepharoptosis. A third study was also conducted to determine if the eyedrops were safe for daily use. The main ingredient in Upneeq is oxymetazoline hydrochloride, which is also found in over-the-counter nasal decongestants sprays. In nasal sprays, it works by stimulating the blood vessels to contract, which opens the nasal passages so that you can breathe easier. In Upneeq, oxymetazoline hydrochloride stimulates the eyelid muscles to contract, which then lifts the lids.
Who Is a Candidate for Upneeq®?
At Desert Med Aesthetics, Upneeq is ideal for patients looking for a non-surgical method to address moderate to severe cases of drooping or low-lying eyelids caused by mild to severe eyelid ptosis. Patients should also be free of any eye conditions that might be irritated by the use of Upneeq. During your consultation with Dr. Cosgrove, be sure to mention any eye conditions you have or have had in the past to ensure Upneeq is safe for you to use.
Upneeq® Before and After Results
What Warnings and Precautions are Associated with Upneeq®?
Low-lying lids may be related to conditions such as stroke and/or brain aneurysm, Horner syndrome, myasthenia gravis, loss of the ability to move eye muscles, eye infection, and eye tumors. Tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions.
UPNEEQ is a type of medication that may affect your blood pressure. If you have heart disease, uncontrolled high or low blood pressure, or feel faint at rest or when quickly standing up, you should call your doctor if your symptoms get worse.
Patients with reduced blood flow to the brain or heart, or patients who experience eye or mouth dryness due to an immune system disorder (Sjögren’s syndrome), should use care when taking UPNEEQ. Call your doctor immediately if you feel your symptoms may be getting worse.
UPNEEQ may increase the risk of eye pressure due to fluid buildup (angle-closure glaucoma) in patients with untreated narrow-angle glaucoma. Call your doctor immediately if you feel increased pressure in your eye after using UPNEEQ.
Do not let the tip of the UPNEEQ vial touch your eye or any other surface. This can help prevent eye injury or contamination. Each UPNEEQ vial is for one-time use and should be discarded after being used.
What Are the Most Common Side Effects of Upneeq®?
The most common adverse reactions with UPNEEQ (occurring in 1-5% of patients) were eye inflammation, eye redness, dry eye, blurred vision, eye pain at the time of use, eye irritation, and headache.
What Should My Doctor Know About before Prescribing Me Upneeq®?
Your doctor should review your full medical history before prescribing UPNEEQ.
UPNEEQ belongs to a class of medications (alpha-adrenergic agonists) that may affect your blood pressure. Use UPNEEQ carefully if you currently take an alpha-adrenergic agonist medication to treat heart disease or an enlarged prostate. Patients taking beta-blockers, or other medications to treat hypertension or an abnormal heartbeat, should also be careful when using UPNEEQ.
Patients who use a certain class of antidepressant medication (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) should also be careful when using UPNEEQ, as it may affect the way your body absorbs the medication.
These are not all of the possible side effects of UPNEEQ. Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or does not go away. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
To report side effects or product complaints, contact RVL Pharmaceuticals at 1-877-482-3788. You may also report side effects to the FDA by calling 1-800-FDA-1088 or visit www.fda.gov/medwatch.
This is a summary of the most important safety information for UPNEEQ. For more in-depth safety information, please review the full Prescribing Information for UPNEEQ.
Actual Patient Pictures while using UPNEEQ® (after pictures taken after 30 minutes of administering product to patient).
Schedule Your Upneeq® Consultation with Dr. Cosgrove Today!
For years, the only effective treatment against eyelid ptosis was surgery. Now, after careful clinical trials, Upneeq, the at-home, one-drop-a-day treatment, can brighten and energize eyes for the entire day—without incisions or downtime.
Contact our Indian Wells cosmetic specialist and discover how Upneeq can help lift your eyelids and improve your appearance and vision. Call (760) 777-8772 to schedule your consultation today.
Schedule a Consultation
Dr. Doriana Cosgrove
Since opening Desert Med Aesthetics, Dr. Doriana Cosgrove has dedicated her career to providing men and women with comprehensive, personalized care in a welcoming environment.
Starting with your initial consultation, you’ll be welcomed by a staff that is genuinely committed to helping you achieve your goals. For new patients, your first visit is focused on identifying problem areas that are keeping you from feeling confident about your appearance.
Whether you’re visiting Dr. Cosgrove for the first time or returning for touch-ups, the team at Desert Med Aesthetics looks forward to providing you with the aesthetic care you deserve.