The most effective way to treat your eye allergies is to first find out what’s causing them.
Eye allergies can be triggered by:
Airborne substances found in nature such as pollen from flowers, grass and trees
Indoor allergens such as pet dander, dust and mold
Irritants such as cosmetics, chemicals, cigarette smoke and perfume
To alleviate your symptoms, your eye doctor may recommend OTC lubricating eye drops, medicated eye drops that replace the oil in your tears, or eye drops (or oral medications) that contain an antihistamine.
If these eye drops don’t provide enough relief, your eye doctor can discuss a range of in-office treatments or prescribe a stronger medication to provide long-lasting relief for your allergic eyes.