Question 1

what can i use for dry eyes? i feel like sand into them.
i don't use contact lenses and sometimes single-dose artificial tears don't seem to be enough

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: There are many possible causes to the sensation of dry eyes. The common causes include infection, allergies, and irritants. Additionally, there are many metabolic disorders that can cause dry eyes, including thyroid issues, diabetes, and many auto-immune diseases. Best to see your doctor to find your cause.

Question 2

is it safe to use "tears naturale ii" eye drops to soak my contact lenses in if i don't have regular solution?

Accepted Answer

Emergency only: Only in a situation where you have no appropriate solution.  The ingredient in the tears is different that saline , or disinfecting solution.  Make sure you soak your lenses in an appropriate solution before reinserting them.

Question 3

i wear soft contacts. are artificial tears safe to use or should i use rewetting drops only?

Accepted Answer

Contact comfort: All eye drops while wearing contacts are to be avoided unless specifically labelled to be used in that fashion. Eye comfort drops for contact wearers would be ok, .

Question 4

can you use artificial tears while contacts are still  in your eyes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You should use the ones that are labelled "for use with contact lenses.".

Question 5

is it possible for me to put sterile artificial tears on my eyes if i have contacts?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Many patients do. It helps offset the drying effect contact lenses have on the eyes. Preservative free tears are best, but make sure to use all 8 drops in the tube within 24 hours so that bacteria don't grow in the non-preserved drops. There are also other drops made for wetting contact lenses.

Question 6

can patanol(allergy eye) n artificial tears used at same time?whats good brand for allergy eye?can i use artificialtears (morning) n contact after it?

Accepted Answer

Couple answers:: Patanol (olopatadine) and artificial tears can be taken together but they counteract each other so it's pointless. Patanol (olopatadine) dries out your eyes, artificial tears are supposed to wet your eyes but don't work well anyway. If u have allergies and dry eyes, try a punctum plug to help your dry eyes, which helps with contacts too. Or a mild steroid drop like Alrex will treat both. But these can't be used with contacts.

Question 7

how can i make dry eyes more comfortable with contacts? ive always preferred contacts, but in the last few years ive started having really dry eyes. i use artificial tears eye drops, and they work when im wearing glasses, but not so good when im weari

Accepted Answer

Dry : Dry eyes can be caused by numerous things. A complete eye exam is necessary to determine the causes. Usually artificial tears, lid hygiene, and even changing the type of contact lenses may help reduce your eye irritation. Contacts made out of material allowing good flow of oxygen to the surface of the eye is highly recommended.

Also, if all the above fails, consider placing punctal plugs in your eye to reduce dry eye symptoms.

http://www.eye-socal.com/eye-care-information/191-eyelid-how-is-dry-eye-treated-with-punctal-plugs.html.

Question 8

how about any negative effects of artificial tears ?

Accepted Answer

Preservative effects: Prolonged use of artificial tears can result in sensitivity to the preservatives causing redness, irritation and burning when dropping them in. Preservative free tears are available.

Question 9

is there any harm in using artificial tears too often?

Accepted Answer

Rarely: the preservatives can irritate. otherwise, no.

Question 10

are artificial tears suppose to burn?

Accepted Answer

They may.: If your eyes are irritated, they can be uncomfortable.  This usually gets better if you continue to use them.

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A member asked:

What can i use for dry eyes? i feel like sand into them. i don't use contact lenses and sometimes single-dose artificial tears don't seem to be enough

A member asked:

Is it safe to use "tears naturale ii" eye drops to soak my contact lenses in if i don't have regular solution?

A member asked:

I wear soft contacts. are artificial tears safe to use or should i use rewetting drops only?

A member asked:

Can you use artificial tears while contacts are still in your eyes?

A member asked:

Is it possible for me to put sterile artificial tears on my eyes if i have contacts?

A member asked:

Can patanol(allergy eye) n artificial tears used at same time?whats good brand for allergy eye?can i use artificialtears (morning) n contact after it?

A member asked:

How can i make dry eyes more comfortable with contacts? ive always preferred contacts, but in the last few years ive started having really dry eyes. i use artificial tears eye drops, and they work when im wearing glasses, but not so good when im weari

A member asked:

How about any negative effects of artificial tears ?

A member asked:

Is there any harm in using artificial tears too often?

A member asked:

Are artificial tears suppose to burn?

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