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Dry eye anyone?

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2507C0 Thu 18-Jan-24 11:45:44

I am sure there must be a few of us with dry eye? Can I ask what treatment, if any, you use and how do you know if it's working? Mine is asymptomatic 🤓

harrysgran Tue 14-May-24 12:24:35

Tried a few different eye drops then optician recommended hycosan night and has given most relief

Toetoe Thu 16-May-24 08:56:05

After reading the recommendations for Hycosan I went into Boots chemist and it was buy one get one half price . I bought Hycosan plus because of my watery eyes . Its now day 3 and I can't thank you enough , my eyes are so much better . I'm not wiping them and they are settling easier for the first time since my cataract removal 15 months ago . I feel so much better

DanniRae Thu 16-May-24 11:22:17

Very glad to hear that Toetoe ........ Hycosan is my go to dry eye product too! smile

HelterSkelter1 Thu 16-May-24 14:55:04

I have just ordered Hycosan Night ointment click and collect. Buy one get second at half price. Our Boots is quite small and the shelves are often empty as they were this morning.

Allsorts Fri 17-May-24 07:07:32

I use Thealoz Duo four times a day, it does make eyes bit sticky but I have a problem with one eye so must stick with it.

Mandymoo456 Sun 19-May-24 20:10:29

Hi I use xailin prescribed I'm not sure they are helping

MissAdventure Sun 19-May-24 20:12:50

I'm at the point of desperation with mine.
They are red rimmed, and so sore, despite having everything but the kitchen sink in them. It really is a horrible thing to put up with, relentlessly.

LadyGaGa Sun 19-May-24 20:18:28

Same here. Hycosan and an eye mask when things get really bad. I have the eye drops on Amazon Subscribe and Save every three months. Makes it cheaper - and they do last for ages.

Bea65 Sun 19-May-24 20:33:30

Dry eyes.. am prescribed TEAR-LAC which is preservative and phosphate free.. my left eye is drier than my right and these drops are more serum based than just eye drops.. have instant relief from irritating dryness😎

DrBenjaminMc Mon 20-May-24 12:54:56

2507C0

I am sure there must be a few of us with dry eye? Can I ask what treatment, if any, you use and how do you know if it's working? Mine is asymptomatic 🤓

Absolutely! Dealing with dry eyes can be a hassle, but you're not alone. For treatment, many find relief with lubricating eye drops or gels to keep those peepers hydrated. Since yours is asymptomatic, it's great to stay proactive. Keep an eye on any changes in comfort or vision clarity – that's usually a good indicator if the treatment is working for you. And remember, it's always a good idea to check in with your eye doc for personalized advice. Here's to keeping those eyes sparkling and comfortable!

flaxwoven Mon 20-May-24 21:39:53

I have Blephritis and dry eyes. The optician recommended the heated pad, then wipe with a drop of tea tree oil mixed with water, then Hycosan drops. I found the night ointment too difficult to use. I was told to always wear sunglasses in bright weather and that tears are not as effective when you get older.

MissAdventure Mon 20-May-24 22:37:22

Ooh tee tree.
I think I'd be too nervous to try that.

Cathy04 Wed 22-May-24 11:20:06

I use Hycosan, the red one which really helps. However I was waking up during the night with a really itchy right eye. Hay fever doesn’t help.
Ordered the Hycosan night ointment. Although it’s tricky to apply I have really seen an improvement. It does blur my vision in that eye. So instead of reading in bed I listen to my audio book.
Thanks so much for the recommendation.