Artificial tears or ocular gels: act as lubricants for dry eyes
Omega-3 supplementation: improves oil production in eyes.
Topical cyclosporine drops are an antibiotic treatment that reduces swelling and dryness in the eye.
Doxycycline reduces inflammation.
Mild, moderate and severe eye problems.
mild, moderate and severe eye problems.
Mild and moderate eye or eyelid problems, mild to severe pimples.
There are no contraindications.
Some patients may be sensitive to topical cyclosporine drops and should not use it.
Mild and moderate eye or eyelid problems, mild to severe pimples.
While these treatments are widely used, current studies are small and evidence is limited.
While these treatments are widely used, current studies are small and evidence is limited.
Oral doxycycline has been shown to be effective in treating dry eye symptoms.
n/a
Burning or itching of the eye, pain when using eye drops, eye redness. Safe to use in pregnancy.
skin may become darker, upset stomach, diarrhea, increased blood sugar levels.
Pregnancy: Tetracyclines taken by the mother can reach the baby and cause harm. These drugs should be avoided if possible during pregnancy. Category D.
Apply artificial tears at least once per day. Take an omega-3 pill once per day.
Apply eye drops twice per day.
Requires taking a pill once or more per day.
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