Eye Drops Other eye drops that are very effective at treating watery, itchy eyes contain sodium cromoglycate. Homeopathic Remedies Homeopathic remedies for general hay fever symptoms or more specific symptoms are also available. Your pharmacist can help you choose a suitable remedy and explain how it works. Top Tips Start preventative treatment before your symptoms appear. Avoid walking in long or recently mown grass.
Dust surfaces with a damp cloth to prevent pollen collecting and use an air filter indoors.
Wear wrap-around style sunglasses to reduce eye irritation. Dry clothes inside rather than hanging them outside on the washing line. You can use some hay fever treatments before you get symptoms and these can prevent your symptoms from fully developing. Your pharmacist can tell you more about these treatments and if they will suit you. Many people do outgrow their hay fever and find that as they get older their symptoms become less severe or they get them less often.