Rebound redness with eyedrop use
Friday, May 22, 2009 - 17:35
in Health & Medicine
The same topical drug that is used in nasal decongestants is used in eyedrops to get the red out. In both cases, a rebound effect can occur when it is discontinued. I've heard about becoming addicted to nasal sprays, but what about eyedrops? I have severe dry eyes along with allergies, and I need a dose of eyedrops first thing in the morning and several times throughout the day. Otherwise my eyes get horribly red, swollen and irritated.