Red eye when waking up. always have red eye when waking up. tired of using clear eyes drop to remove rednesss as the drops are starting to have negative side effects. what to do?

I : I would suggest you have an evaluation by an eye doctor to determine if you have a low grade dry eye situation or dysfunction of the glands around the bash of the eyelashes. It is possible when you sleep your eyes are not closing all the way and cause your eyes to become dry and red. It is also possible the glands at the base of the eyelashes are not producing enough oils or they are clogged. Sometimes a simple remedy is to instill an artificial tear ointment, such as refresh pm or genteal gel just prior to closing your eyes at bedtime. Also, taking 3000mg - 6000mg (3 - 6 pills) of flaxseed oil capsules can help to manage dry eye. Using products such as clear eyes can actually over time cause your eyes to become redder, your eyes almost become dependent on the drops. It is always best just to use preservative free artificial tears such as (refresh or systane). Finally, if you find your eyes have an all-day red appearance the ultimate solution is i-brite eye whitening, you can learn more at: www.Whitereyes.Com.

Restasis: Consider seeing your regular eye doctor for a complete exam. There are prescriptions available to help alleviate or treat dry eye syndrome. You could also be suffering from allergies. It is best to discuss this with an eye professional who can determine and treat your condition.

See an allergist: Check to see if you may have an allergy to your bedding. Do you sleep, with a down pillow, or down comforter, wool blanket, etc.You may want to be evaluated by an allergist.

Blepharitis: Most common cause of red eyes when waking up specially in the middle of the night is blepharitis or inflammation of the oil producing meibomian glands at the lid margin. According to one study blepharitis is the most common reason for an eye dr. Visit and it is often mistreated as dry eyes. Must see a cornea and external diseases specialist to see if you have blepharitis or dry eyes or both.