Drugs and Medications

Aflibercept injections treat wet age-related macular degeneration and other eye conditions that can cause vision loss. Learn more about this medication.

Ophthalmic ointment is any topical ointment used for treating eye conditions, including styes, infections and dry eye syndrome.

Cataract eye drops haven't been approved by the FDA, but there's promising research underway. Learn which medications could soon help treat cataracts.

Cycloplegic and mydriatic eye drops are used to dilate pupils and relax the focusing muscles in the eye.

Did you know that prescription eye drop caps are color coded? Here's what those eye drop caps mean and how the colors help eye doctors and patients.

Ophthalmic solution is a topical eye medication in liquid drop form. It can treat conditions such as dry eye syndrome, corneal ulcers and infections.

Use sterile, store-bought eye wash solutions over homemade ones to safely relieve eye irritation and remove debris. Learn why homemade eye wash may not be safe.

Erythromycin eye ointment is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial eye infections and prevent certain eye infections in newborn babies.

Did your eye doctor prescribe prednisolone eye drops? Here's a guide to this common eye medication, what it's used for, dosage and side effects.

Discover the benefits of autologous serum eye drops (serum tears) for treating severe dry eye conditions, and learn how serum eye drops are made.

Why does your eye doctor want to know medications you're taking? Certain medications cause eye problems, so you should bring a complete list you’re taking or have taken.

If you have presbyopia, consider eye surgery to reduce or eliminate your need for reading glasses.

Learn how presbyopia eye drops can offer a modern alternative to reading glasses.

For Dry Eye Awareness Month, find out how different eye drops may help relieve dry eye symptoms.

Oxymetazoline hydrochloride is an eyedrop used to treat acquired ptosis or drooping of the upper eyelid. Learn more about this nonsurgical treatment option.

Bevacizumab is a prescription injection that treats an eye disorder called wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), as well as diabetic and other eye conditions.

Discover the key differences between ranibizumab and bevacizumab for wet AMD, including effectiveness, safety, costs and treatment options.

Discover the benefits, risks and procedure for anti-VEGF injections for eye health. Learn what to expect from this treatment.