What can you buy over-the-counter for dry eye?

What can you buy over-the-counter for dry eye?

In mild cases, dry eyes can often be treated using artificial tears or other lubricating eye drops that can be purchased over-the-counter or in our office….Kirk recommends the following ointments and gels:

• Refresh PM Ointment.
• GenTeal Gel.
• Moisture Eyes PM Ointment.
• Systane Gel.
• Retaine Gel PM.

How can I permanently treat dry eyes at home?

These include:

1. Avoid places with a lot of air movement.
2. Turn on a humidifier in the wintertime.
3. Rest your eyes.
4. Stay away from cigarette smoke.
5. Use warm compresses then wash your eyelids.
6. Try an omega-3 fatty acid supplement.

Can an optician help with dry eyes?

You can visit your high-street optician or optometrist for advice on whether you have dry eye, what type, and how to treat it. Talk to your optometrist or GP straight away if you have severe symptoms or call NHS 111 for emergency advice.

Do Antihistamines help dry eye syndrome?

Your treatment should focus on the root cause of your dry eyes. If you have allergies and dry eyes, and take antihistamines for the allergies, you may have to stop taking them, since antihistamines can make dry eye worse.

What is the difference between HYLO tear and HYLO Forte?

Hylo-Tear (hyaluronic acid 0.1 per cent) is a new tear supplement for dry eye while Hylo-Forte (0.2 per cent hyaluronic acid) is suitable for more severe cases. The products are formulated with a citrate buffer and delivered via the Continuous MonoDose System, an airless, preservative-free multidose container.

Is dry eyes worse than wet?

The eye naturally produces more water to try and combat the dryness, however, this often leads to over tearing. This can be a problem for most people on very cold windy days, but those suffering from dry eye can experience wet eyes more often.

Do statins cause dry eyes?

Did you know that the lipid lowering cholesterol medications called “statins” might also cause lipid layer instability in your tear film-and lead to dry eye symptoms?

Is there a pill for dry eyes?

Xiidra is the first medication in a new class of drugs, called lymphocyte function-associated antigen 1 (LFA-1) antagonist, approved by the FDA for dry eye disease.