DRY EYE CAN
HIDE IN
PLAIN SIGHT

Get to Know Your Dry Eye.
Learn to recognize the symptoms, understand
possible causes, and find relief.

IRRITATION
Tired Eyes
GRITTiness
REDNESS

Dry eye isn’t
always easy to see

Dry eye is increasingly common and can range from occasional symptoms of dryness to a chronic condition called dry eye disease. The majority of people may not know that their symptoms may be associated with eye dryness.

Although, there is no cure for dry eye, there are various options that can help you find relief.

READ MORE ABOUT SYMPTOMS BELOW

If not addressed, symptoms can become more frequent and more severe, progressing to dry eye disease, which may cause damage to the eye surface and problems with your vision.

3in4

Sufferers of dry eye find it extremely or very bothersome1

8 in10

Sufferers are aware of how their eyes feel — reporting they sometimes can practically hear themselves blink1

Based on the Bausch + Lomb State of Dry Eye online survey by The Harris Poll

UNDERSTANDING DRY EYE

Dry eye is
on the rise

Approximately 150 million Americans experience occasional or frequent dry eye symptoms, including an increasing number of younger people.2

Despite the growing prevalence of dry eye, the majority of Americans may NOT KNOW their eye symptoms MAY BE associated with eye dryness, which can cause a delay in care.

Do you have
any of these
symptoms?

Nearly all
sufferers
experience them.

  • Scratchy or gritty feeling
    As if something is in the eye
  • Redness
    Sometimes with inflammation
  • Fluctuating vision or blurriness
    Especially when reading or looking at things close up
  • Tired eyes
    Heavy feeling in the eyes
  • Eye irritation
    Stinging or burning sensation

Dry eye can impact your quality of life, and most sufferers (67%) had to give up or cut back on something to relieve symptoms, most commonly screen time use (32%).1

Did you know?

Eight in 10 sufferers are
aware of how their eyes feel1

There is no cure for dry eye—but
there are ways to manage the
symptoms and prevent damage

Many sufferers don’t routinely see an
eye doctor, even though it’s
the primary way to get evaluated

WHAT’S BEHIND dry eye?

Possible influencing factors:

  • Lifestyle
  • Modern-day factors (digital device use, anxiety, stress)
  • Medications
  • Hormonal changes
  • Age
  • Environment

If occasional dry eye is left untreated, over time, it may get worse and progress to dry eye disease, impacting your eye health and vision.

Why does dry eye happen:

  • Eyes don't make enough tears, and/or
  • Poor quality tears evaporate too quickly

The majority of those who progress to dry eye disease also have underlying inflammation.

Relief Options for Dry Eye

Finding An Option
that works for you

Dry eye can make people very aware of how their eyes feel, which isn’t normal.

How products can help relieve symptoms:

  • Lubricating the eyes
  • Treat inflammation of the eyelids or eye surface
  • Address tear evaporation
  • Increase tear production

Based on the severity of your symptoms, your eye doctor may diagnose you with dry eye disease and prescribe a prescription medication.

If you believe you may have dry eye, talk to an eye doctor to discuss potential options based on your symptoms.

Over-the-counter options

Depending on the severity and frequency of your symptoms, over-the-counter products could be the right fit. Learn more about OTC options to discuss with an eye doctor.

Explore OTC

Prescription options

For persistent and/or more severe dry eye, prescription eye drops are available. Learn more about prescription options to discuss with an eye doctor.

Explore Prescriptions

Frequently asked questions

How do I know which dry eye products are
right for me?

There are various options that can help you find relief which may include over-the-counter eye drops, prescription medications or nutritional supplements.

Other symptom management options include in office procedures and therapies, supplements, warm compress on the eyes or eyelid cleaners.

As various tests and procedures can be used to determine the cause and severity of your dry eye, speak to your eye doctor about your options.

When should I see an eye doctor about dry eyes?

Dry eye can make people very aware of how their eyes feel, which isn’t normal. If this feeling is consistent, it’s a sign to see an eye doctor. If left untreated, dry eye symptoms may get worse and progress to dry eye disease, impacting your eye health and vision.

Is there a cure for dry eye?

Dry eye is increasingly common and can range from occasional symptoms of dryness to a chronic condition called dry eye disease.

There is currently no cure, but addressing early can slow the progression of dry eye disease.

Managing dry eye often requires a combination of products tailored to your specific symptoms and lifestyle.

Regular check-ups with an eye doctor are important to help you find the right relief.

1 The Bausch + Lomb State of Dry Eye survey was conducted online in the United States by The Harris Poll among a nationally representative sample of 2,003 U.S. adults aged 18 or older including 461 “sufferers” (defined as those who often/always experience eye dryness or have been diagnosed by a healthcare professional with dry eye disease) and 1,542 non-sufferers. “Respondents” or “Americans” refers to all 2,003 survey participants. The survey was conducted April 15-23, 2024.

2 MultiSponsor Surveys, Inc. The 2022 Study of Dry Eye Sufferers. August 2022.