{"id":57552,"date":"2023-03-17T10:00:01","date_gmt":"2023-03-17T14:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=57552"},"modified":"2026-03-04T18:44:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T23:44:24","slug":"best-allergy-medicine-for-itchy-eyes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/best-allergy-medicine-for-itchy-eyes\/","title":{"rendered":"How to treat itchy eyes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve ever experienced dry, red, burning, itchy, or watery eyes, you know you need fast relief when this allergy symptom hits. Thankfully, there are many effective treatments. In fact, there are so many options that it can be overwhelming to narrow it down to the best allergy medicine for itchy eyes. Here, learn what your options are, along with expert advice on how to pick the most effective itchy eye medication for you.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:6849,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;9&quot;:1,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=CONCATENATE(R[0]C[-2],R[0]C[-3],R[0]C[-1])\"><\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/eye-health-how-to-protect-vision\/\"><b>Eye health 101<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-causes-itchy-eyes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What causes itchy eyes?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergic conjunctivitis<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the most common cause of itchy eyes, according to<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jovi Boparai<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, MD, an ophthalmic surgeon in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and co-founder of<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CorneaCare<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Additionally, there are several health conditions that can cause itchy eyes, including viral conjunctivitis (pink eye),<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/blepharitis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blepharitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (eyelid inflammation),<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">meibomian gland dysfunction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (dysfunction of the eyelid oil glands), and<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corneal infections<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, these are less common.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cItchy eyes occur because of a chemical called histamine,\u201d says Dr. Boparai. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with itching, other symptoms include burning, swollen eyelids, swelling of the white part of the eye, redness of the eye and eyelids, foreign body sensation, light sensitivity, watery discharge, and blurry vision.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common allergens that trigger these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/001031.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">telltale symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pollen from grasses, flowers, ragweed, and trees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet dander and hair\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor and outdoor mold<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dust mites\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergic conjunctivitis can make eyes particularly itchy in the corners. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ranjodh-s-boparai-md-8557601a\">Dr. Boparai<\/a>, this is likely because the part of your eye where your tears drain is located close to your nose, near the corners of your eyes. \u201cAs the histamine is released into the eye and tear film, your eyes will naturally move the tears to the nasal corner of your eyes, causing a buildup of histamine there, leading to itching,\u201d Dr. Boparai explains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergic conjunctivitis affects nearly<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK448118\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40% of the population<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, tends to be seasonal, and affects most people during allergy season. The good news is that complications are rare and the condition isn\u2019t life-threatening. Itchy eyes can have a strong impact on a person\u2019s quality of life. This type of itchy eye is best treated with allergy medication.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/pink-eye-vs-allergies\/\"><b>Pink eye vs. allergies<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-allergy-medicine-for-itchy-eyes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best allergy medicine for itchy eyes<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of the medications used to treat eye allergies are topical, in the form of eye drops\u2014but oral allergy medications can also be used.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone is different and some treatments work better than others. Your primary care physician is a good first step. They will examine you and will suggest well-liked effective medications. If your eye symptoms do not get better, you can meet with an eye doctor, either an optometrist or ophthalmologist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a look at the most commonly suggested allergies for itchy eyes, how they work, and some examples of these medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\t\t<div class=\"singlecare-dynamic-newsletter-wrapper sin-newsletter-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"heading\">Get our allergies newsletter<\/span>\n\t\t\t<form class=\"form-wrapper\" data-newsletter-form=\"1\" data-subsource=\"Allergies Newsletter\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"dynamic-email\">Email<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"email\" id=\"dynamic-email\" class=\"email\" required>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"submit-form-btn\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Click to sign up\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/form>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"success-message\" aria-live=\"polite\"><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"decongestant-eye-drops\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decongestant eye drops<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decongestant eye drops are the first line of defense when it comes to treating itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergies, according to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eyewiki.aao.org\/Allergic_Conjunctivitis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Academy of Ophthalmology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These medications are a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5010431\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">topical vasoconstrictor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which means they work by narrowing the blood vessels in the eyes to reduce eye irritation and redness. They can be found over-the-counter (OTC), often combined with an antihistamine. They usually relieve symptoms quickly and need to be administered about four times a day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common decongestant eye drops<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7399465\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">available over the counter <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">include:<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/clear-eyes-redness-relief\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear Eyes Traveler\u2019s Eye Relief<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (tetrahydrozoline)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/visine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (tetrahydrozoline)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bausch + Lomb Advanced Eye Relief (naphazoline)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/clear-eyes-complete\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear Eyes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (naphazoline)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rohto Cool (naphazoline)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"side-effects\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some eye specialists don\u2019t recommend decongestant eye drops for itchy eyes because of potential side effects. \u201cDecongestant eye drops can lead to worsening redness and injury to the ocular surface,\u201d says Dr. Boparai. If you do use this treatment, it\u2019s best to keep it short term. It\u2019s with long-term use that most side effects occur.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/clear-eyes-complete\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear Eyes coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/visine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visine coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"antihistamine-eye-drops-and-mast-cell-stabilizers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihistamine eye drops and mast cell stabilizers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second and third most recommended treatments for itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergies are antihistamines and mast cell stabilizer drops, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. These two medications are often combined into one eye solution.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26028608\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihistamines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> decrease allergy symptoms by blocking histamine receptors in the eye.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5010431\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mast cell stabilizers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also prevent the release of histamine and other chemicals released during allergic reactions. So, both of these components decrease itchy eyes at the source, blocking the allergic reaction from flaring.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of combination antihistamine\/mast cell stabilizer eye drops<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaaai.org\/tools-for-the-public\/drug-guide\/eye-drops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">include:<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/epinastine-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elestat<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (epinastine)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zaditor\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zaditor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ketotifen)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/alaway\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaway<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ketotifen)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/pataday\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pataday<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (olopatadine)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elestat must be prescribed by a healthcare provider, the rest are available over the counter.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"heading-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihistamine\/mast cell stabilizers are helpful when you are symptomatic, but shouldn\u2019t be used preventively. \u201cAntihistamine\/mast cell stabilizer eye drops contain preservatives that are not gentle on the ocular surface, and if used long-term, can lead to dry eyes,\u201d says Dr. Boparai. If you develop dry eyes while using them, artificial tears can be used alongside antihistamine\/mast cell stabilizers to decrease the dryness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/epinastine-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elestat coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zaditor\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zaditor coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/alaway\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaway coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/pataday\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pataday coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"oral-antihistamines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral antihistamines<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral antihistamines treat allergy symptoms by blocking the release of histamine throughout the body. While they aren\u2019t used as a first-line treatment for itchy eyes, they work well if you have other signs of allergies: itchy skin, sneezing, and a runny nose. Oral antihistamines work most effectively when used before your allergic reason begins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might be wondering if one oral antihistamine is better than another when it comes to treating itchy eyes. Does Zyrtec help with itchy eyes? What about Allegra or Claritin\u2014is one better than the other? According to Dr. Boparai, it really depends on the individual. \u201cAny of the commonly used anti-allergy oral pills may provide relief for itchy eyes,\u201d he says. \u201cMost patients must try a few before they find the right one.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common oral antihistamines for the treatment of itchy eyes include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zyrtec\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zyrtec<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (cetirizine)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/claritin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Claritin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (loratadine)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/allegra-allergy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allegra<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (fexofenadine)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/xyzal-allergy-24hr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xyzal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (levocetirizine)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/clarinex\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clarinex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (desloratadine)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/benadryl-allergy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benadryl<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (diphenhydramine)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of these medications are available over the counter.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"heading-8\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The problem with oral antihistamines is that they can dry you out. \u201cThis creates a situation where there are not enough tears to wash allergens out of the eyes and as a consequence, oral allergy medications often make the eyes dryer and itchier,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allaboutvision.com\/masthead-thomas-stokkermans.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thomas J. Stokkermans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, OD, Ph.D., an optometrist and medical writer and reviewer for All About Vision<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. He recommends\u00a0 using preservative-free artificial tears while taking oral antihistamines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zyrtec\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zyrtec coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/claritin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Claritin coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/allegra-allergy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allegra coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/benadryl-allergy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benadryl coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"anti-inflammatory-eye-drops\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anti-inflammatory eye drops\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your eyes become irritated as a result of allergic conjunctivitis, you may experience inflammation, redness, dryness, and itchiness. That\u2019s why anti-inflammatory eye drops are often recommended. There are<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/acaai.org\/allergies\/allergic-conditions\/eye-allergy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">two types of anti-inflammatory eye drops<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: NSAID eye drops, which need to be used about four times a day, and corticosteroid eye drops, which should only be used for two weeks or less.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common anti-inflammatory eye drops<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inc<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">l<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ude:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/acular\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acular<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ketorolac) &#8211; OTC<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/alrex\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alrex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (loteprednol 0.2%) &#8211; Rx<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lotemax\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lotemax<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (loteprednol 0.5%)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acular is available over the counter. Alrex and Lotemax are prescription-only.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"heading-10\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few side effects to watch for if you are using anti-inflammatory allergy eye drops. For NSAID eye drops, the most common side effects include burning or stinging. Contact your provider if this happens; they may be able to recommend a different brand or medication type. Long-term corticosteroid eye drops can cause infections, cataracts, and glaucoma, which is why it\u2019s recommended to use these medications for less than two weeks. Not all eye drops are safe to use with contact lenses, so discuss potential interactions with your eye doctor to find the best eye drops for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/acular\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acular coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/alrex\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alrex coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lotemax\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lotemax coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"artificial-tears\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificial tears<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificial tears can help with allergic itchy eyes in two ways. First, they\u00a0 wash the allergens out of your eyes. Secondly, they moisten your eyes, which reduces redness and dryness, both of which can make your eyes feel itchy. \u201cThe reason is that patients may be on oral allergy medications, which makes the eye dry and less able to wash allergens out of the eye,\u201d Dr. Stokkermans says.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some common over-the-counter<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/artificial-tears\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">artificial tear brands<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/clear-eyes-redness-relief\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear Eyes Redness Relief<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/blink-tears\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blink Gel Tears<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bion Tears<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/genteal-tears-pf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GenTeal Tears<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/freshkote\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FreshKote<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"heading-12\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificial tears are usually well tolerated, but it\u2019s possible to have an allergic reaction to these products.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms include<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> skin rash, shortness of breath, wheezing, and runny nose. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you experience these symptoms. Our experts also recommend only using preservative-free artificial tears.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/clear-eyes-redness-relief\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear Eyes Redness Relief coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/blink-tears\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blink Gel Tears coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-prevent-itchy-eyes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to prevent itchy eyes<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While medications can treat irritated eyes, preventing the irritation in the first place is always best. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Options to prevent allergy symptoms include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimize your allergen exposure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not rub your eyes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash your hands frequently with mild soap and water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear sunglasses to reduce allergens from entering your eyes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash bed linens frequently (especially pillowcases) or use allergen covers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vacuum pet hair frequently<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use HEPA filters to reduce indoor allergens<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"when-to-see-a-doctor\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When to see a doctor<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Itchy eyes are usually caused by allergies and are not something to be worried about. 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