how to manage dry eyes

January 2015

Winter weather will bring questions about how to manage dry eyes.

Lubricant drops (GenTeal, Systane, etc) or "artificial tears" are a good starting point. They often work well to moisten the eyes...and are available without a prescription.

Product selection often boils down to cost and patient preference. It can take some trial and error to find one the patient likes.

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