Allergic conjunctivitis
- Allergen avoidance + cool compresses
- Topical antihistamine/mast-cell stabilizer first-line
- Olopatadine/ketotifen are common choices
- Artificial tears wash out allergens
- Short ophthalmic steroid only under eye supervision
- Avoid chronic vasoconstrictor “redness” drops
Use at a glance
- Allergen avoidance + cool compresses
Treatment options
- Topical antihistamine/mast-cell stabilizer first-line
Other treatment options
- Olopatadine/ketotifen are common choices
- Artificial tears wash out allergens
- Short ophthalmic steroid only under eye supervision
Safety / pitfalls
- Avoid chronic vasoconstrictor “redness” drops
Self-check
- What is first-line for allergic conjunctivitis?
Topical antihistamine/mast-cell stabilizer. - Which “redness” drops should not be used chronically?
Chronic vasoconstrictor “redness” drops.
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