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Eye Drops and Their Uses

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Antiviral Drops

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Purpose: To treat viral eye infections like herpes simplex keratitis. How it works: Inhibits the replication of the virus within the eye.

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Lubricating Drops

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Purpose: To relieve dryness and irritation, often used after eye surgeries. How it works: Provides a smooth surface on the eye and mimics natural tears.

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Cycloplegic Drops

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Purpose: To temporarily paralyze the ciliary muscle of the eye, used in eye exams. How it works: Blocks the receptors in the muscles that control the lens shape.

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Anti-inflammatory Drops

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Purpose: To reduce inflammation and pain in the eye. How it works: Inhibits the production of substances that cause inflammation.

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Decongestant Drops

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Purpose: To reduce redness in the eyes by constricting blood vessels. How it works: Contains vasoconstrictors that make the blood vessels in the eyes smaller.

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Steroid Drops

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Purpose: To reduce inflammation due to various eye diseases. How it works: Inhibits inflammation by suppressing immune response.

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Glaucoma Drops

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Purpose: To lower elevated intraocular pressure in glaucoma. How it works: Reduces the production of aqueous humor or increases its outflow from the eye.

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Artificial Tears

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Purpose: To lubricate dry eyes and maintain moisture on the outer surface of your eyes. How it works: Mimics real tears to help supplement your existing tears.

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Antihistamine Drops

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Purpose: To treat symptoms of eye allergy, such as itchiness and redness. How it works: Blocks histamines in the body that cause allergy symptoms.

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Antibiotic Drops

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Purpose: To treat bacterial eye infections. How it works: Destroys or inhibits the growth of bacteria that are causing the infection.

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