Best Dry Eye Drops - Top 5 Over The Counter Eye Drops for Dry Eyes Recommended by Eye Surgeon

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

What are your favorite dry eye drops 💧 ? I’d love to hear your experience and your favorite ones in the comments below 👇.

[@Vegas3RSPilot]

I've only had dry eye syndrome for a month so I am trying different products from Refresh and see which ones work the best for me.

[@klikram9095]

Thankyou for this video I'm gonna check out the ingredient one next. My eyes get strained when I work on computers or watch videos. Its almost like I stop blinking during these activities. The dry red eye syndrome can last into the next day sometimes. I like Rohto they have some kind of menthol that really give a rejuvenating feel.

[@j-elchannel4895]

Hello! I have chronic sore eyes may I know what is the best eye drop that I could be used?

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

@@j-elchannel4895 I recommend you have an eye exam with your local eye doctor to identify to cause of your eye symptoms. If it is caused by dry eye disease, the drops I mentioned in this video are all good choices.

[@rexmonsselespejo7477]

Ikervis

[@theeastman9136]

I am 75 years old and I have suffered from acute dry eyes (at night) from the time I was around 30. I have tried many brands of drops with very limited different results between them. Being affected with irritable bowel syndrome, I have gradually removed many foods from my diet. It is when I stopped consuming milk products that my eyes suddenly stopped being dry to my amazement. Since then, I have been able to link the condition to various foods which I avoid. Nowadays, I seldom use my bottle of drops.

[@wednesdayschild3627]

I have dry eyes at night due to year round allergies. I am allergic to dust. I have found cold compresses and drinking lots of water helps. I think the eyes swell at night. My post nasal drip gets worse at night. I have tried all conventional allergy treatments with very minimal help. The drugs make the eyes drier.

[@mustardseed2120]

Very interesting, thank you

[@edcook9747]

First, thank you for straight forward information without a bunch of caveats. You simply stated your favorites. Refreshing!! Your entire presentation was clearly stated, to the point and articulated extremely well! Just the information we need without padding to make a longer video. Others could learn from you!

[@dr.mobarakali255]

Great! 3. System complete 2. Refresh Reliva 1. Refresh Digital

[@PackUpTakeOff]

Refresh branded products were recalled over contamination issues recently.

[@chrismcusa]

Its amazing.. i am over 50, am far-sighted and have an astigmatism.. i noticed for long time i had blurry and hazy vision.. i could not look at a computer screen, my phone or even a restaurant menu without squinting. i was frustrated thinking that it was just a limitation of my eye issues.. so, i would wear my prescription glasses all the time to compensate , and i hated it! i then tried the refresh and systane eye drops for a week or so, and i could not believe the improvement! it was night and day.. i now hardly ever wear my prescription glasses or squint. it has made all the difference in my vision..

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

I used to use Tears, Naturalle for years but they seem to have stopped manufacturing it now. I have to use Systane these days. Glad she recommends these drops. I feel safer now. Thank you.

[@MD11339]

I found systane ointment at bedtime helpful..

[@Fred-mp1vf]

I use castor oil. It's sold as a laxative, but I put it in eye drop bottles and keep it in the fridge. Works best for me most of the time.

[@markpeytonennis149]

God Bless Doc Tai for all of your wisdom to help all of us.

[@lydiapavao469]

i have dry eyes and i use hydrasense and it realy works for me

[@lindahowell1415]

I have found Genteal gel tears very good, but Systane also has a nighttime gel that seems better yet, slightly more substantial or thicker. Gel drops are so much better than liquids or ointments.

[@Rose-jp7dm]

This channel is such a gem! Thank you, Dr. Tai!

[@PunchBuggyDreams]

At the Princess Margaret Cancer Center, we would prepare Albumin Eyedrops for our cancer patients who suffers from meibomianitis, KCS and DED after receiving certain types of chemo. I was involved in the Albumin eye drops research ten years ago. The results were quite promising that we decided to prepare them in-house in our inpatient pharmacy.

[@billlowe3727]

I've used Systane Ultra for several years. They're most effective for the severe dry eye disease and glaucoma I'm dealing with currently.

[@richardshilling7930]

Freshkote came to me recommended by an Ophthalmologist. It contains polyvinyl alcohol 2.7% and povidone 2% and is preservative free. It is expensive but seems to work well. Appreciated your time Doctor and particularly the explanations and diagrams of how these products work on the different elements of the eye physiology.

[@catdog2706]

I have to say I have glaucoma and cataracts I've tried many eye drops but the best one is systane for dry eyes thank you doctor for the good information

[@mariat4234]

I bought Systane Ultra PF. I think it is good for my dryness. Thank you for your recommendations.

[@thumbspillay6658]

Very informative, going to try some of the products and see which is best. I have severe dry eyes in the mornings, because of hard lens usage.

[@seagreenblue4052]

No doctor has helped me with an explanation of all this. Thank you.

[@Retro-Moon25]

Itching burning and scratchy eyes are daily but by far the dryness is the worst waking up 3 times a night with what feels like sand in my eyes. I found that Refresh Digital Pf makes almost all my problems go away along with a cold mask and then some refresh Liquigel before bed. My eye doctor said I have highly irritated eyes but didn't diagnose me with anything.

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

Thank you for sharing. Glad to hear your eyes are feeling better.

[@davidh.8513]

Thank you for all your knowledge you share about these eye drops.

[@khorl.m.6992]

Yes, Systane is available in Malaysia..Thank you for this educational info.

[@jrs60660]

Refresh Digital works for me, much better than the big box store brands, which were not helping.

[@kianlimng]

Thank you very much for the invaluable information. I do annual eye check up at the Singapore National Eye Centre and my doctor never bother to ask me about dry eye symptom and provide advise for a suitable eye drop.

[@Kolorboyux1wb]

Wow! So why do u keep going to them, if they don’t share the basics with you?

[@johndmullin]

Great information. I would like to get information on migraines of the eyes? My first experience I went to an eye doctor and basically he said if you don't have any pain then don't worry. Thanks

[@bhami]

I am a 69-year-old male and have had dry eyes (only at night) for many years. I have been using Bion Tears when I wake up nearly every night for years and find those drops very comfortable.

[@davepark1085]

I use Systane complete but am going to try one of the others.

[@sdb1147]

Dr. Tai, we have something in common. My Chinese family name is Tai. Really enjoy your videos. Informative and interesting. Thank you.

[@maribethcable9633]

I have just started using cystine hydration PF with the bottle spills it all over, wasting a lot. It seems the most comfortable Every few hours though

[@eleisewaters2484]

I have severe dry eye my Dr recommended Systane

[@masonreynolds9983]

Thank you for your informative videos. Eye health is a significant concern for me and I appreciate your presentations.

[@jerrysegal2903]

i have dry eye and wake up with mucose "gunk"in my eyes. What about the old fashioned way of filling a shot glass with clean tap or distilled water, placing it over the eye and opening the eye and blinking letting the eye be bathed in water

[@seanthetraveler]

Very informative. Never knew the significance of non preservative solutions and possible interactions from taking drops too often

[@davefisher1840]

Wonderful thanks for posting! 😊

[@K.n.o.x.]

Thank you for making this. I've suffered from severe dry eye due to Lasik and I've tried so many Brands but your top pick finally worked for me!

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

Thank you for sharing! I am glad to hear that you found this video helpful and your eyes are feeling better 😀

[@jennyd5728]

Which one did you use? How many times should be use per day? I have really dry eyes.

[@K.n.o.x.]

@@jennyd5728 genteal gel at night and genteal drops during the day. I only need to do it about 2 times a day because it works so well.

[@TanyaScorpio]

I have the same issue with Lasix... and also back to wearing glasses ugh. If i had only known then what i know now.. My Eye Institute gave me refresh Relieva which worked. In trying back contacts in on day 3. I tried Blink and that appears to sting my eyes. I just picked up the Refresh Digital PF. So we shall see. This far today, i did put the Refresh Relieva drop on my contact before putting it in my eyes and it's been 6 hrs and i have not needed any drops. Also I'm making sure I'm blinking since i work at a computer. Also, i didn't take my Allegra which i thought might be contributing to my dryness... we shall see....

[@iqrarshah9426]

@@TanyaScorpio why are you wearing glasses again?

[@michelenakamura3360]

Same tears recommend by my Dr as well

[@remediosreboja1837]

Thank you, Doctor! Very useful video and I don’t have to spend a lot of money just for the eye drops for my dry eyes.

[@gtgm3g]

The best one I now use after using Refresh Complete for some time until preservatives started to burn my eyes, is preservative free Refresh Optive Mega-3.

[@tiffsaver]

I have had severe dry eyes for the majority of my adult life. I have personally tested at least 30 of the top brands of eye drops from both the USA, Europe, and Japan, and there is only ONE brand that I believe is "the best," which is *Systane Ultra.* After using every kind available, I have found that only the non-preserved ones are good for long-term use, and all of the "secret ingredient" varieties are nothing more than regular drops with additional chemicals, or simply adding greasy substances like mineral oil. I have also tried every steroid, antibiotic, drug, and "cure" for dry eyes on earth, including using my own blood plasma, but nothing works better than Sustane Ultra. Take it from someone who uses them every 10-minutes, 24/7, for the past 20-years.

[@jezabeltokio]

YESS I BOUGHT THEM literally 5min ago and my eyes feel so much better. I’ve also tried lots of eye drops and they don’t work, thank you so much!!

[@tiffsaver]

@@jezabeltokio ARIGATO. I'm glad you liked them!!

[@faizatulrosyidah5808]

Using every 10 minutes?

[@tiffsaver]

@@faizatulrosyidah5808 Sometimes even 5. It's called "Severe Dry Eye Syndrome," and there is no cure.

[@dorothyjbond]

I don't know where you live, but see my comment about Visco tears gel. the 30 pack has no preservative. I buy them online in Australia. they may be UK made. I tried the serum ones, too salty. I have had drainage ducts cauterized. they blur some, but last so much longer because of the carbomer.

[@mikesnaturalroast7748]

Systane Ultra seems to work well. I'm going to supplement 2g EPA/DHA per day for a few months too, see how that helps my overall health.

[@susie5101]

I like all of the Refresh eye drops. I also have to use Muro 128 and an eye pad that you heat up twice a day. Those have made a huge difference.

[@shraboniroy6405]

Wonderful doctor. I have dry eyes. Using refresh tears, eco tears and refresh liquigel.

[@annditokamiph2983]

Now one of your fan Dr. AUDREYTIA...keep sharing

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

Thank you for your kind words 😃

[@hnag1907]

Hi Can you recommend eye drops that helps dissolve cataract.

[@ธัญณรงค์วิบุลสันติ]

Seeing you is like seeing my sister as we are Chinese overseas. Much obligated for your excellent talk.🙏🙏👍👍👍👍👍

[@juliaseaborn6857]

I have one severe dry eye - caused through traffic accident. Allergan Celluvisc is the one that works best for me. Been using it for 30 years. In summer, when it's hot and dry, I need to use more.

[@rorilee9791]

Thank you, Dr. Tai!

[@wendyhannan2454]

I’ve had dry Blepharitis, dry eyes for decades. I’ve tried many eye drops and the only ones that really help is, Systane Balance, I use them several times a day.

[@gracegrace4116]

Thank you Dr.Tai. Very helpful & informative.

[@angiep319]

I'm looking for eye drops for inflammation and pain non prescription

[@lourdespabilonia1439]

Thank you Dr. Audriy Tai

[@TheMonicagal]

I have read negative things about Propylene Glycol...an ingredient used in AntiFreeze, so worried about putting this in the eyes.

[@copernicus633]

No, it’s not propalene glycol, but ethylene glycol in antifreeze.

[@Keep-on-ok]

I ordered the GenTeal gel to give it a try. My eyes get dry at night after using the Bimatoprost drops prescribed by my eye doc. I don’t use artificial tears very often but when you need them, you need them! Thank you for the very helpful video!

[@mangot589]

You asked lol. I REALLY like “Refresh”. It feels so much better, and less mediciney that say Visene, which is to me emergency use only.

[@SalPane1224]

Which one for lubricante eyes with floaters

[@jhors7777]

Thank yo for posting this helpful video!

[@perritobonito9184]

Me gustaría saber cuáles son sus gotas favoritas para ojos secos así como si pudiera recomendar algún medicamento para alijerar los floater que stress me a lot thank U

[@zynthos9]

What is the difference between Refresh Digital Preservative Free and Refresh Optive Advanced Preservative Free? The labels indicate they have identical active ingredients and the inactive ingredient list is the same as well.

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

That’s a really good observation. Based on the ingredient lists, the two are identical. According to the Allergan official website, Refresh Digital is “formulated with HydroCell-our proprietary NaCl-free, glycerin-based technology. It delivers soothing hydration by supporting all three tear film layers, and helps prevent natural tears from evaporating due to lipid layer deficiencies”. You can learn more about dry eye drops ingredients in this video 👉 Dry Eye Drops Ingredients - Explained by Eye Surgeon kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4OVnHerhZJ1irc

[@cynthianunis7397]

Hi Dr, I hv dry eyes and at times it's very itchy. Wat is the cause of the itchiness, and wat drops are good for this problem.

[@lmansur1000]

My favorite is Similisan because the impression I get that they have no junk stuff in them but would love to hear from you about this product. The have complete, also Dry Eye, Aging eyes etc....

[@hanksnot191]

What about sodium chloride 5% ointment at bedtime...thanks for your videos

[@Wooden_Hammer]

Thank for the information! I suffer from chronic dry eyes 🥺

[@dorothyyara8347]

Hi Doctor, can you advise me what drops to use i have a left teary eyes, very frustrating when i talk to someone my eyes cry specially left side eye then there's a water goes down in my left side in my nose.Im so glad found your video here.Wish you can help me.I had many drops use not working.This is my weakness in life .Im hiding to talk someone because of this teary eyes.sometimes i got bully.Thank you and God bless🙏🙏🙏💖

[@kathanzia]

Hello Dr.Tai Very informative for people with dry eyes Are single use drops better as they have less or no preservatives?If so,which brand you recommend. Thanks

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

I recommend using artificial tear eye drops that are preservative free whenever possible. There are OTC preservative free drops that come in multi use bottles. The brands I reviewed in this video all make preservative free drops, and you can also check out this video for the brand I carry in my office 👉 How to Pick the Best Optase Dry Eye Drop for You? | Complete Guide | Eye Surgeon Explains kzbin.info/www/bejne/r32wfJujpd9knJo

[@L2PlayRunescape]

I've heard a lot recently about the eye drops called Lumify which use brimonidine tartrate. Have you an opinion on those

[@lorrainemillar5883]

I have dry eye but my eyes are also very dull looking I use a whitening eye srops only about once a week when i go out Why are my eyes dull ?

[@davidbenjamin4798]

Dear Dr. Tai, I am impressed by both the substance of your presentation and your demeanor. My question to you: Is there any danger in using the eye drops in the moderate to severe category if one has mild to moderate dry eyes? I know I suffer from dry eyes but don't know where my condition is situated in the mild to severe continuum.

[@leekeowtay5596]

No

[@homergee57]

Dr Audrey Tai What about Similasan Eyes drops ? Thanks for all you help take care

[@joanwharff6483]

My Opthologist doesn’t like any liquid tears with a preservative…his favorite is Systane Complete, &…I do like it, &, at night…I use Systane Nighttime Gel….it’s Not greasy, which I do like!!!

[@kimmie1957]

I’m using THERA TEARS is this good? By Akron

[@shirleyhyland4308]

She is my doc. Really like her!

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

Thank you Shirley! I’m really glad to hear that 😀

[@kimhart3158]

I recently had an eye exam and the Dr. said my eyes were healthy but extremely dry! I told her I use Similasan eye drops. She said for me not to use thIs because there are ingredients that are not good for my eyes. She gave me a sample of Blink geltears. My daughter suggested the Refresh, which you have recommended. We live in a dry climate which doesn’t help plus I had Lasik surgery years ago. I listened to your video and trying to figure out which one is best to use. You didn’t mention Blink, so I may not be using that. I try to go the homeopathic route but the drops I was using were not working! Thank you for your input!

[@rollingrock5916]

Thanks Dr for taking time out of your busy day and making these super informative videos. It helps alot of people that don’t have the means.

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@alanschlossberg-zu2zl]

@@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon I’m so

[@alanschlossberg-zu2zl]

@@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon I’m going

[@alanschlossberg-zu2zl]

I’m

[@alanschlossberg-zu2zl]

❤😮😮😮😮😅

[@nancywong2532]

excellent info. Doc Tai, i am glaucoma suspect. & dry eyes, should I use Refresh digital ? TIA

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

Refresh digital comes in a preservative free version and a preservative containing version. They are suitable for most dry eye conditions. If used more than four times a day, I recommend to use the preservative free version.

[@belindadavid3241]

What's the best eye drop for allergy (itchy eyes)?. I use Always but doesn't help much!

[@dr.mobarakali255]

I checked for Refresh digital eye drops with castor oil and CANNOT find any at all! Please tell exactly where can find it. No such ingredients on the label! Thanks.

[@MaverickJoe2023]

VisuXL, this works best for my allergic dry eyes, any view on this product?

[@cluxtoncal2734]

The problem I have with Refresh Relieva PF in the multi-use bottle, is that you can't tell if the product has changed color. The bottle appears to be white opaque. My current go to drop is Systane Hydration PF.

[@veronicaw.1876]

My husband and I used many different types of eye drops and came to a conclusion that Similasan eye drops work best for us.

[@madeehaumar700]

I found Similasin eye drops very useful for dry eyes, but now they're not available anymore. It's difficult to find their replacement.

[@osmedhospital5236]

Which one is the best to used for dry eyes between the carboxyl propyl methyl cellulose and the hydroxy propyllmetheyl cellulose

[@lyndaduncan1817]

Great video, can I ask you please. I suffer from dry eye severe and glaucoma. If I go from warm temperature to cold my eyes run badly. Thank you

[@eldergeektromeo9868]

Thanks, Doc..

[@shraboniroy6405]

One doc suggested Hubri drops.

[@Keep-on-ok]

I had the laser surgery to my drainage ducts on either side of my eyes. I was under the assumption that this would allow me to discontinue the use of the nightly Bimatoprost. But no! They still want me to use the eye drops. So, does the surgery work? I’m thinking no, no it doesn’t . These doctors are just into performing surgeries! The eye pressure in each eye is 12. I think that is good! The nightly eye drops of Bimatoprost makes my vision blurry and my eyes dry! It’s a vicious circle!

[@alfredoleiser]

do you know BEPANTHEN preservative free ?, is it good ?

[@lealigan8462]

I was using SYSTANE after my Phacoemulsification procedure for two years. Then the CATIONORME since these two recent years. Which Dok specialty do I need to consult-- RETINOLOGIST? Or go back to my CATARACT Specialist? for my slightly BLURRY vision I usually sense after spending long hours on cellphone use.

[@martinez-nairfamily939]

THANK YOU i WILL TRY THEM

[@sidewinder3434]

Dr Tai ,Thank you so much for your videos ! I am using REFRESH OPTIVE MEGA-3 with flaxseed oil for my dry eyes. Just enough for low blur Hoping you can do a review on this one.

[@carolenns8716]

hydrasense gel, systane complete, systane ointment. what about muro128

[@saggitarius8939]

I've dry eyes been 1mth pass now my question is can eye drop and supplement helps to heal,..?

[@Jdelp511]

What about if you’ve cataract- Prius-- double vision ?

[@YutakaSenpai]

I have problem seeing far sites but l can see so clearly when l read..is a necessary to put glasses or just drops going solve the problem? Thank you 🌿

[@thanos1000000fc]

How many times a day should I use Systane complete?

[@Fyr911-py4gh]

Dr, What do you think of Systane Balance?

[@gezamadarasz6889]

I have a Xen Gel Stent in both eyes. Should I use a gel eye drop? Would it get into and block the stent? Thanks for your informative videos!

[@eyechannelbyeyesurgeon]

Eye drops applied to the surface of the eye typically do not interfere with implants or stents inside of the eye, such as Xen gel stent for glaucoma.

[@mariefalk5176]

Whst about if one cannot close eyes eyes.what to do?

[@rcjward]

I took your advice and got the a Refresh Digital PF. Any idea why it burns my eyes and causes redness?

[@ferliexstanislaus5593]

Any tips on the causes of Retina Holes & how to manage & prevent it pls ? Is it solely due to degenaration factor ?

[@millietubman2982]

Help Dr. Tai--Had cataract surgery 2 months ago and have had painful and blurry eyes since. Multiple dr. cannot "see" any problem, so dry eye is blamed..never had any issue before surgery. So have tried many of the over the counter drops with no relief. Do you have any experience with the blood serum drops? I have tried them too, but my eyes burned terribly after a week. Also the nasal spray has been suggested. Any thoughts???? Thanks

[@arslantayyab62]

Is polyacrylic acid eyes gel ok after trans prk