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How do you deal with dry eyes?
Eye Conditions | Last Active: Mar 6 4:57pm | Replies (691)Comment receiving replies
I've had dry eyes for forty years. Somewhere along the way, I listened to the opthalmologist and tried a plug in one eye only. It just caused more pain and didnt make things better at all.
Restasis caused a lot of burning for me. It takes about two to three months to know if Restasis is being effective. It is sometimes recommended to use a steroid drop for two weeks prior to starting Restasis and then for the first week of using it to reduce stinging.
Opthalmologist are now prescribing Xiidra. I did fill the prescription but never did start it. My opthalmologist also prescribed a steroid to be used for the first few weeks of starting the Xiidra drops.
I have for now decided to just keep using Refresh Celluvisc drops and DuoLube nighttime ointment.
With Covid19 still pretty active where I live, I did not want to have new problems with Xiidra and have to see a doctor. There are people on this blog who have had success with Xiidra.
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Does any one know if permanent plugs can be removed?
My eye dr today prescribed Restasis. My pharmacy called as soon as they got the prescription to warn me of the cost for the prescription. Medicare+ a supplement +Part D and I would pay $501 out of pocket! No! I cancelled that and ordered an eye gel from Amazon. At least for under $10. I will know right away if it helps.
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@sue225 Thank you for your response. Can you (or anyone) tell me if you still use Refresh or Systain type drops while on Restasis or Xiidra? Internet says no unless consult with doctor. Interesting about the steroids. I'm on prednisolone steroid drops for life...wonder if they'd count??
No plugs for me! I believe my mom was unsuccessful, like yourself.