If you’re living with glaucoma, you already know how important it is to stay on top of your eye drop routine. But life can get busy, and remembering exactly when (and which) drops to take can be a challenge.
That’s why a team at Sydney Eye Hospital has created something just for you: the Sydney Eye Drop app. It’s a free, easy-to-use smartphone app designed to remind you when to take your drops. It’ll also show you how to do it correctly, and help you keep track of your progress—all in one place.
Why This Matters for Your Vision
Glaucoma can slowly steal your sight without you even noticing. The good news? Eye drops can stop the damage—if you use them exactly as prescribed. But studies show that as many as 60% of people with glaucoma don’t take their drops properly or forget to use them altogether.¹,²
What the App Can Do for You
Here’s how the Sydney Eye Drop app can make your life easier:
-
Reminds you when it’s time to use your eye drops—no more second-guessing
-
Lets you set up your own schedule for each medication: which eye, how often, and how long
-
Tracks your usage so you can see at a glance what you’ve taken
-
Includes a drug database so you can find and add your medications quickly
-
Offers how-to videos and guides to make sure you’re using your drops the right way
You can even log tablets and ointments—not just drops—so your entire eye care routine is covered.
Tested by People Like You
Before the app was launched, patients just like you tried it out. And the results were amazing: 98% to 100% of people found it easy to use. The reminders, clear instructions, and simple layout helped them stay on track. And feel more confident about managing their condition.
Even optometrists are using it. Kim Gardiner, who lives with glaucoma herself, says, “It helps both myself and my patients keep on top of our medication. It couldn’t be easier to use.”
Backed by Research, Designed for You
This app isn’t just clever—it’s backed by research. Studies show that better adherence to eye drops can:
-
Preserve your vision longer
-
Improve your overall eye health
-
Reduce your risk of vision loss from glaucoma
And because no two patients are the same, the team is already working on future versions. They’ll be in Mandarin and Arabic, plus an Android version—so more people can benefit.
Ready to Take Control?
This app was made with one goal: to help you stay in control of your glaucoma treatment and protect your sight. And thanks to generous funding from the Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation, it’s completely free to download. Find it on the Appe Store here.
Demonstration of the mobile app Sydney Eye
References
-
Richardson C., Brunton L., Mottershead J., et al. (2013). Patient Preference and Adherence, 7, 1025–1039.
-
Sleath B., Blalock S., Muir K., et al. (2011). Ophthalmology, 118(12), 2398–2402.