Supplementation 25 000 IU of vitamin A (with carotenoid complex, lutein, and zeaxanthin) for 1 month, then reduce to 15 000 IU daily. If your pregnant, do not exceed 10 000 IU daily, or as directed. Use an emulsion form for easier assimilation and greater safety at high doses. 2000-6000 mg of vitamin C uses (with bioflavonoids) daily, in divided does. Protects the eye(s) from further damage. 50 mg of zinc daily. Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily. Zinc enhances immune response. Use zinc gluconate lozenges for best absorption. Herbs Calendula, chamomile, fennel, and/or eyebright herbal teas can be used to make a hot compress. Eyebright can also be taken orally as it is especially good for eye irritation and inflammation. Eyebright tea can also be cooled to rinse the infected eye. Caution: do not use chamomile is your are allergic to ragweed, or if you are pregnant. Chamomile may also negatively interact with warfarin, so patients using this drug should avoid it. Ginko Biloba is also proven to be beneficial in improving the symptoms of allergic conjuntivitis. Other Recommendations Increase your consumption of leafy green vegetables (collard greens, kale, mustard greens and spinach), legumes, and yellow vegetables. Furthermore, blueberries, blackberries, and cherries, as well as foods rich in vitamin C and E, such as raw fruits and vegetables are also beneficial. Apply a hot compress, using the teas noted above to the eye several times a day. Many of the microorganisms that cause pinkeye, cannot tolerate heat. If your eyelids are swollen, try peeling and grating a fresh potato, wrapping it with gauze, and placing it over the infected eye. This acts as an astringent and has a healing effect.
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