Follow Healthline   |   Healthline on TwitterTwitter   |   Healthline on FacebookFacebook
Symptom Search   |   Treatment Search   |   Doctor Search   |   Drug Search
How it Works

Healthline Treatment Search

loading
Help me choose:  conditions    treatments

Overview

Treatments may include: Wetting drops called artificial tears; Lubricating ointments (in more severe cases; Tiny plugs placed in the tear drainage ducts to help the tears stay on the surface of the eye; Medications such as Restasis, topical corticosteroids, and oral tetracy...[read article]

Tests for Dry Eye Syndrome

1.
During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.  More
2.
Schirmer''s test determines whether the eye produces enough tears to keep it moist.The health care provider will place paper strips under the eyelid, usua...  More
3.
The slit-lamp examination looks at structures that are at the front of the eye.The slit-lamp is a low-power microscope combined with a high-intensity light source t...  More
Top

Medical Procedures for Dry Eye Syndrome

1.
Tarsorrhaphy is a rare procedure where the eyelids are partially sewn together to narrow the opening.The eye needs a lid to protect it. It also needs tears and peri...  More
2.
Insertion of Punctal Plug
Top

Surgical Procedures for Dry Eye Syndrome

1.
Transposition of Salivary Duct
Top

Prescribed Medications for Dry Eye Syndrome

1.
CYCLOSPORINE (SYE kloe spor een) is used to decrease the immune system's response to a transplanted organ. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask yo...  More
2.
CYCLOSPORINE (SYE kloe spor een) eye drops are used to increase tear production in patients who have dry eyes due to eye inflammation. This medicine may be used for...  More
3.
ACETYLCYSTEINE (a se teel SIS teen) is a drug that loosens and thins mucus in the lungs. It is used to make breathing easier in patients with bronchitis, cystic fib...  More
4.
ARTIFICIAL TEARS (ahr tuh FISH uhl teerz) eye solution soothes irritation and discomfort caused by dry eyes. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your ...  More
5.
FISH OIL, OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS (Fish Oil, oh MAY ga 3 fatty AS ids) are essential fats. It is used to treat high triglyceride levels. This medicine may be used for o...  More
6.
FLUOROMETHOLONE (flure oh METH oh lone) is a corticosteroid. It is used to treat swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions in the eye. This medicine may be...  More
7.
LOTEPREDNOL (loe te PRED nol) is used in the eye to treat swelling and redness caused by certain eye conditions or surgery. This medicine may be used for other purp...  More
Top

Over the Counter Medications for Dry Eye Syndrome

1.
ACETYLCYSTEINE (a se teel SIS teen) is a drug that loosens and thins mucus in the lungs. It is used to make breathing easier in patients with bronchitis, cystic fib...  More
2.
ARTIFICIAL TEARS (ahr tuh FISH uhl teerz) eye solution soothes irritation and discomfort caused by dry eyes. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your ...  More
3.
FISH OIL, OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS (Fish Oil, oh MAY ga 3 fatty AS ids) are essential fats. It is used to treat high triglyceride levels. This medicine may be used for o...  More
Top

Self Care for Dry Eye Syndrome

1.
Application of Lubricant to Eye
2.
Use of Artificial Tears
Top
This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.