Help Dry-Eye Patients Avoid Topical Vasoconstrictors

January 2015

Winter weather will bring questions about how to manage dry eyes.

Up to 30% of people 50 and older have eye irritation, burning, etc.

Look for meds that may cause dry eyes...such as antihistamines, diuretics, or postmenopausal estrogen. Continue to recommend using a humidifier, wearing glasses on windy days, etc.

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Help Dry-Eye Patients Avoid Topical Vasoconstrictors

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