UltraPlug^™ Punctal Plugs

Inserted into the punctal opening to block tear drainage through the canaliculus, UltraPlugs provide long-term relief of dry eye symptoms, and enable the eye to retain more of its own natural tears. I-MED Pharma is the exclusive distributor of Sharpoint UltraPlugs in Canada. We offer a variety of different plugs from temporary to permanent.

Silicone Punctal Plugs

Inserted into the punctal opening to block tear drainage through the canaliculus, silicone plugs provide long-term relief of dry eye symptoms, and enable the eye to retain more of its own natural tears: Low-profile cap design virtually eliminates foreign body sensation

• Flexibility of cap design facilitates easy removal with jeweler's forceps, if necessary
• Individually packaged and preloaded on a sterile, disposable inserter / dilator
• Manufactured from soft silicone utilizing a single piece mold design for greater patient comfort

Extended Wear Synthetic Absorbable Punctal Plugs

Inserted into the punctal opening to block tear drainage through the canaliculus, synthetic absorbable plugs provide extended temporary relief of dry eye symptoms:

• Indicated for use in the treatment of Dry Eye Syndrome and the dry eye components of various ocular surface diseases
• May be used after ocular surgery to prevent dry eye related complications and to enhance the retention of ocular medications
• Suitable for post-op dry eye management of LASIK patients
• Treatment option for seasonal allergy patients experiencing dry eye symptoms
• May be beneficial for contact lens patients experiencing dry eye related symptoms
• Manufactured from E-Caprolactone-L-Lactide copolymer (PCL)

Collagen Absorbable Punctal Plugs

Inserted into the punctal opening to block tear drainage through the canaliculus, collagen plugs provide temporary relief of dry eye symptoms:

• Manufactured from precisely measured premium collagen
• Used as a diagnostic assessment for permanent punctal occlusion
• Each individually packaged card contains 6 plugs
• Essentially absorbed within 2-6 months