Common medications could cause dry eye experts say

Medical News : "Common oral and topical medications could be causing dry eye in patients, according to optometrists. Dry eye is a common condition in which the eye produces fewer or poorer quality tears and is unable to keep its surface lubricated and comfortable. According to studies, common medications can interfere with the normal secretions from ocular glands, causing dry eye as a side effect. 'A number of people suffering from dry eye are unaware of the link between common medications and this condition,' says Optometrists Association Australia professional services manager, Shirley Loh."