“Can eye drops make dry eyes worse?”
I am a 28 year old female and I use eye drops daily. Can eye drops make dry eyes worse?
5 Answers
It depends on what the eye drops are, what they are for, and what problems you are having. Any kind of medicine can have side effects and their may be an alternative to the drops you are using. I would visit with your doctor and reevaluate the options you may have that would work better for you. You can also discuss with them the possible side effects you may be having.
Yes, especially depending on what preservatives are in the drop.
Frank Cao
Frank Cao
Yes. The preservative in them can make your eyes worse. Consider a preservative-free formulation.
Dr. LMJ
Dr. LMJ
Some patients are sensitive to the preservatives in the drops. Consider switching to preservative-free drops.
Generic terms and general inaction are misleading. Ask your doctor.
