Which OTC meds are used for dry eye treatment?
Before starting discussion on dry eye treatment , you should know what this condition is. It is a condition where the tear production in the eyes is reduced to the point where eyes become dry. It could be temporary due to environmental factors or chronic. Chronic dry eye disease could worsen or improved with time but it would never go completely. You will need proper treatment for dry eye. Over-the-counter-drugs (OTC) There are artificial tears and ointments that can cure moderate dry eye symptoms. The artificial tears come in preservative-based eye drops and vials. Preservative-based eye drops have long shelf life but vials are used for one time. Ointments can also help and they work better than the eye-drops but they cause blurry eyes. It is better to use an ointment before going to bed. Prescription medicines If the condition persists even after OTC drugs, you should go to an eye specialist that will prescribe an eye drop and anti-biotic medicines. T