Any natural solutions for dry eyes? Does fish oil work?

Question

Any natural solutions for dry eyes? Does fish oil work?

Answer 1

first...NEVER put anything in your eye that is not designed for opthalmic use (must say: opthalmic use only). Solutions that go into the eye must be sterile...otherwise you can cause some serious burning, irritation and/or infection that can cost you your vision.



as for drops for dry eyes....plain old saline (found with the contact lens solutions) is the cheapest way - saline is the same as natural tears, so it can be used as frequently as necessary. If you need something thicker, try Genteal drops (eyedrop section). They are preservative free and very gentle...but they stick around for a little longer to give you more comfort. There's a drop version, ointment and gel version. I recommend the gel type (it's actually more like a liquid gel). Also look at what might be causing it - if you're on antihistamines for allergies, this can cause dry eyes, nose and mouth (as do several other drugs). If the drops don't help, talk to your doctor or eye doctor.

Answer 2

_Swallow_ the fish oil -- don't put it in your eyes! If your dry eye problem was caused by lack of dietary oils, then this may help. If your case is caused by insufficient hydration, mucus issues or exposure to environmental conditions, then oils won't solve the problem.



Natural medications

- Flax seed oil (orally, not eyes)

- Hydroeyes capsules (orally, not eyes)

... Currently undergoing clinical trials. It won't hurt and may help.

- Similasan Eye Drops - homeopathic eye drops

... Visine is known to work; this isn't.



Drink more water.



Blink more

- Take breaks during high concentration tasks such as writing or using the computer.



Conserve Tears

- Slow down evaporation with a humifier, wrap-around glasses, and a sleeping mask.



Avoid causes of dry eye

- Environmental: hot rooms, dry places, or windy spots under fans or vents.

- Poorly lubricated contacts



Medications that can cause dry eye

* Diuretics, drugs commonly used to treat high blood pressure

* Antihistamines and decongestants

* Sleeping pills

* Birth control pills

* Tricyclic antidepressants

* Isotretinoin-type drugs for treatment of acne

* Opiate-based pain relievers such as morphine

* Some herbs

Answer 3

You may need a prescription eye drop, they are more effective but do require a eye doctors order. My doctor perscribes Patadey for my son and I during allergy season - you have to put it in 10-15 minutes prior to putting in your contacts. You can also use it before bedtime - If it is not allergy related your doctor can give a prescription for Restasis ,this works the same way and really does help for dry eyes. If your really dry as I am and you use the above and still have problems your doctor may decide you need plugs for your tear ducts -what this does is they put a tiny plug (made out of similar material as your contacts ) and put it in the tear duct in the corner of your eye - this allows your eyes to still water using the tear ducts at the top of your eyelid but the tear ducts in the corner bottom do not drain in order to allow the tears to stay in your and moisturize them. They can be left in for about 2 years and then new ones have to be put in - I have had mine in for 6 months and I have no issues anymore -I still use the restasis as well - also if you have really dry eyes like mine -you may find your eye doc reluctant to allow you to have lasik surgery as this dries your eyes out as well! Hope this helps!

Answer 4

Taking (in pill form) fish oils (omega-3s) is a treatment for dry eye when the problem is related to a deficient lipid layer in the tear film. The lipid layer helps hold in the tears and when this layer is deficient, the tears evaporate faster, causing dry eye.

Answer 5

I just want to say NEVER NEVER NEVER put anything in your eyes that is not made for your eyes. People have gone BLIND FOREVER by doing stupid things like this. Listen to the other posters saying this, and their advice it is really good.

Answer 6

fish oil ???? i don`t think so , but try to put some orange blossom water in cotton and put it in ur eyes and relax

Answer 7

DON'T PUT FISH OIL IN YOUR EYE , BUT THE CAPSULE COULD HELP. FISH OIL IS GREAT. IT REDUCES YOR RISK FOR HEART ATTACK AND STROKE. IT IS GREAT FOR YOUR HEART! TRY 2-3Grams DAILY.

Answer 8

similasan for dry eyes. whole product line is FANTASTIC!!!!