{"id":407070,"date":"2023-12-03T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-03T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/?p=407070"},"modified":"2025-10-10T05:09:13","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T05:09:13","slug":"keratitis-eye-drops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/keratitis-eye-drops\/","title":{"rendered":"Keratitis Eye Drops: An Effective Way to Treat Eye Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Keratitis is an eye issue where the cornea of the eye gets swollen or inflamed, resulting in red, painful eyes.&nbsp;<br><br>It can be caused by an infection or eye injury, making your eyes sensitive to light and blurring your vision.<br><br>In most cases, Keratitis can be treated effectively with eye drops without the risk of vision loss.<br><br>This article will explore types of Keratitis eye drops and their possible side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"keratitis-eye-drops\">Keratitis eye drops<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>One can manage Keratitis effectively with eye drops and other medications.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/keratitis\/\" target=\"_blank\">Keratitis<\/a> can be categorized as infectious or noninfectious, depending on the underlying cause.<br><br>Noninfectious Keratitis mostly occurs due to an eye injury or prolonged contact lens use.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#073d11;border-radius:10px;\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A7044;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px\">Suggestion:<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px\"> Before handling your contact lenses, always wash your hands and take them out before going to bed or the swimming pool. <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, infectious Keratitis could be the result of a bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infection.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/keratitis-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\">Keratitis treatment<\/a> is determined by the underlying cause of the condition.\u00a0<br><br>Not all Keratitis infections respond to the medications in the same way.\u00a0<br><br>Noninfectious Keratitis, caused by a corneal scratch or other eye injuries, may heal on its own in some time without any medical treatment.\u00a0<br><br>However, to address stinging, burning, and pain, your doctor may suggest artificial tears, eye ointments, cold compresses, an eye patch, and proper rest.<br><br>For treating infectious Keratitis, your doctor may recommend antibacterial, antiviral, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/natamet-5-3-ml.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/natamet-5-3-ml.html\" target=\"_blank\">antifungal<\/a>, and antiparasitic eye drops based on the cause of the infection.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- ===== GRX 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https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Use-Artificial-tears-eyedrop-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Use-Artificial-tears-eyedrop.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Antibacterial eye drops<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The doctor may prescribe antibacterial eye drops in case of mild <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/bacterial-keratitis\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bacterial Keratitis<\/a>.<br><br>They frequently include antibiotics like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3444050\/#:~:text=The%20advances%20in,to%20kill%20bacteria\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Moxifloxacin<\/a>, Ciprofloxacin, or Gentamicin.<br><br>Oral antibiotics may be suggested in more severe situations.\u00a0<br><br>If the Keratitis is severe, adding steroid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/eye-care.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/eye-care.html\" target=\"_blank\">eye drops<\/a> to the treatment plan can help reduce swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#075380;border-radius:7px;\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A86B3;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px\">Order Now<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px\"> Is Keratitis deteriorating your eye health?<br \/>\nTry out our most effective <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/eye-care.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"eye care products\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">eye care products<\/a> to keep your eyes healthy. <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"antiviral-eye-drops\">Antiviral eye drops<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>A doctor may provide antiviral eye drops such as Ganciclovir, <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/6284470\/#:~:text=trifluridine%20is%20an%20effective%20alternative%20to%20the%20drugs%20available%20for%20treating%20herpetic%20keratitis%2C%20and%20seems%20especially%20useful%20in%20%27difficult%27%20cases.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Trifluridine<\/a>, or oral antiviral medications to treat Viral Keratitis.&nbsp;<br><br>These infections are incurable and may reoccur during periods of sickness or stress.&nbsp;<br><br>Some persons with Viral Keratitis require antiviral medicine regularly to avoid recurrence.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"antifungal-eye-drops\">Antifungal eye drops<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Antifungal eye drops and oral medications are prescribed if the Keratitis is caused by a fungus.<br><br>Eye drops that are used to treat <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/fungal-keratitis\/\" target=\"_blank\">Fungal Keratitis<\/a> include Natamycin, or Amphotericin B.<br><br>Topical antifungal Natamycin is effective against fungal infections of the outer layer of the eye, especially those brought on by fungi like Fusarium and Aspergillus.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"antiparasitic-eye-drops\">Antiparasitic eye drops<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/acanthamoeba-keratitis\/\" target=\"_blank\">Acanthamoeba Keratitis<\/a> is an uncommon but dangerous infection of the eye.<br><br>It can cause blindness or lifelong vision impairment.\u00a0<br><br>The condition is caused by a tiny, free-living ameba known as Acanthamoeba.\u00a0<br><br>Antiparasitic eye drops are frequently used to treat Acanthamoeba Keratitis.<br><br>These include Hexamidine Diisethionate and Propamidine Isethionate.<br><br>Want to know more about Keratitis symptoms? <strong>Read our article:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/keratitis-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\">Keratitis Symptoms: Understanding the Signs of Corneal Inflammation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"side-effects-of-eye-drops-for-keratitis\">Side effects of eye drops for Keratitis<\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Closeup-of-viral-pink-eye-1024x536.webp\" alt=\"Eye redness (viral pink eye symptom)\" class=\"wp-image-405614\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Closeup-of-viral-pink-eye-1024x536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Closeup-of-viral-pink-eye-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Closeup-of-viral-pink-eye-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Closeup-of-viral-pink-eye.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Eye redness<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like any other medications, Keratitis eye drops can also lead to side effects if not administered as prescribed.<br><br>Some of the potential side effects of Keratitis eye drops include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Redness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Itching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irritation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pain in the eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A burning or stinging feeling in the eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temporary <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/eye-pain-and-blurry-vision\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/eye-pain-and-blurry-vision\/\" target=\"_blank\">blurriness in vision<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a certified healthcare provider immediately if you have discomfort, worsening symptoms, or other unexpected reactions after taking Keratitis eye drops.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#7a1312;border-radius:10px;\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#AD4645;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:8px;border-top-right-radius:8px\">Warning:<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:8px;border-bottom-right-radius:8px\"> Keratitis is more prone in contact lens wearers. Make sure you follow the recommendations of your healthcare practitioner regarding the use, maintenance, and storage of your contact lenses. <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Keratitis is an eye infection that can be infectious or noninfectious depending upon the causative agent.<br><br>If left untreated, Keratitis can lead to permanent vision loss.<br><br>Doctors usually recommend different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/eye-care.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/eye-care.html\" target=\"_blank\">types of eye drops<\/a> to treat the condition based on the type of infection.<br><br>Antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and antiparasitic eye drops can be prescribed to treat bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic Keratitis, respectively.<br><br>However, these Keratitis eye drops can lead to side effects.<br><br>Hence, consulting a doctor is necessary before considering them to treat your condition.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#075380;border-radius:7px;\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#3A86B3;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px\">Order Now<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px\"> Are your Keratitis eye drops causing itching and irritation?<br \/>\nBuy the best <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/eye-care.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"eye care products\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">eye care products<\/a> from GoodRxMedicine to relieve discomfort and provide comfort to your eyes. <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/eye-care.html\" aria-label=\"Your Banner CTA\" class=\"post-inside-cta\">\r\n    <picture>\r\n        <source media=\"(max-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Eye_Mobile.webp\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Eye_Desktop-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Your Banner CTA\" width=\"100%\" height=\"184\">\r\n    <\/picture>\r\n<\/a>\r\n<div style=\"height: 30px;\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1701501540013\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What antibiotic drops are used for Keratitis?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Fortified topical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK559014\/#:~:text=For%20bacterial%20keratitis%2C%20patients%20are,positive%20and%20gram%2Dnegative%20organisms.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">antibiotics<\/a>, such as Fluoroquinolones, are generally used to treat Keratitis.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1701501542157\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What eye drops are good for Keratitis?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The treatment of Keratitis depends upon the cause. Antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal eye drops are usually employed for bacterial, viral, and fungal Keratitis.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1701501543109\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Where can you buy antibacterial eye drops for Keratitis?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Eye drops for Keratitis can not be purchased over the counter. You need a doctor&#8217;s prescription to buy the medication.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1701501543733\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Why Cycloplegic drops for Bacterial Keratitis?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5433122\/#:~:text=Cycloplegic%20medications%20are%20commonly%20used,with%20iritis%20accompanying%20bacterial%20keratitis.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Cycloplegi<\/a>c eye drops are usually used to treat the pain associated with Bacterial Keratitis.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1701501544277\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What happens if you use allergy drops in your eye while having Keratitis?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Using allergy eye drops for keratitis could worsen the symptoms or increase existing discomfort.\u00a0<br \/>Antihistamines and other substances used to alleviate allergic responses are commonly found in allergy eye drops.\u00a0<br \/>Using the wrong type of eye drops for Keratitis may worsen the infection and might lead to a delay in treatment.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1701501545709\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What drops are used for Herpes Zoster Keratitis?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Cyclopentolate and Atropine are the most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merckmanuals.com\/home\/eye-disorders\/corneal-disorders\/herpes-zoster-ophthalmicus#:~:text=Treatment%20of%20Herpes%20Zoster%20Ophthalmicus&amp;text=Eye%20drops%2C%20such%20as%20cyclopentolate,glaucoma%2C%20and%20to%20relieve%20pain.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">commonly<\/a> used eye drops for Herpes Zoster Keratitis.\u00a0<br \/>These eye drops keep the pupil dilated and help relieve the pain.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#cbcac8;border-radius:10px;-moz-border-radius:10px;-webkit-border-radius:10px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#E5E4E2;border-color:#ffffff;color:#36454F;border-radius:10px;-moz-border-radius:10px;-webkit-border-radius:10px;\"><strong>Citations:<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen referencing outside resources, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GoodrxMedicine<\/a> always provides full citations. 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In most cases, Keratitis can be treated effectively with eye drops without the risk of &#8230; <a title=\"Keratitis Eye Drops: An Effective Way to Treat Eye Conditions\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.goodrxmedicine.com\/blog\/eyecare\/keratitis-eye-drops\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Keratitis Eye Drops: An Effective Way to Treat Eye Conditions\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":416977,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"schema_drug_name":"","schema_drug_sameas":"","schema_strip_mentions_drug":"","custom_head_after_canonical":"","geo_latitude":"","geo_longitude":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[145],"tags":[285,283,284,286],"class_list":["post-407070","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-eyecare","tag-eye-treatment","tag-eyecare","tag-eyecare-causes","tag-eyecare-medicine"],"rankmath_meta":{"title":"","description":"Keratitis can lead to blindness if left untreated. 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