Medicated Eye Drops

Irritated and itchy eyes can be very debilitating. With the advent of medicated eye drops, there are now several ways to relieve the pain of of itchy, red eyes. Eye drops can soothe eyes, and are available either over the counter, or with a prescription from your doctor.

Tell tale signs of irritated eyes include itchiness, excessive tears or redness. Many people who suffer from allergies may recognize these symptoms during the spring and fall seasons. The most common forms of medicated eye drops include popular brands such as Visine, or Visine-A with antihistamines. However, there are many more affordable generic brands available for consumers. Anesthetic eye drops are also available, and numb the eye temporarily, in order to relieve pain.

It is important to understand that, while helpful, medicated eye drops can cause side effects, and must be used properly. Eye drops are inserted directly into the eye, but when used in excess, can effect mucus membranes throughout the entire body. Use eye drops to treat mild to moderate eye irritation, but remember to administer them sparingly, and follow the instructions given.