How to Choose the Best Eye Drops—and What to Avoid, According to an Optometrist

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With general dryness, OTC options such as artificial tears and eye lubrication drops are OK to use now and then, but if you’re using them multiple times a day, it’s important to see a doctor for a full eye exam, advises the American Academy of Ophthalmology. A doctor can figure out your specific variety of dry eye disease and indicate what drops will best address it.

If you have allergies, use anti-allergy drops specifically. Green says you’ll want a brand such as Pataday, Zaditor, or Alaway (or