Which medications may cause (or increase) dry eye? (Posted: apr 2003)

Some of the most common offenders are listed below. Check with your doctor for more details.

• Antihistamines
• Antidepressants
• Beta blockers
• Blood pressure medications
• Codeine
• Decongestants
• Diabetes medications
• Diuretics
• Oral contraceptives

How can I find out more information about a specific medication's side effects? (posted: 3 dec 2004)

There are many websites with this information. For starters try www.drugs.com and rxlist.com.

If I am taking a medication that can cause dry eye, what do I do? (apr 2003)

Do NOT stop taking a medication you have been prescribed. Speak with your doctor about your dry eye problems and find out if s/he may be able to prescribe an alternative drug that is less likely to make your dry eye worse.