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Eyebright

Introduction

Eyebright is an herb that grows in Europe and North America. It has been used to improve eye health. It can be taken as a pill, powder, or used as eye drops.

Dosages

There are no advised doses for eyebright.

What Research Shows

Not Enough Data to Assess

Conjunctivitis ^A1

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Safety Notes

It may be safe to use eyebright. It may also be safe to take aloe orally for a short time. Not enough studies have been done to say whether it is safe to use for a long period.

Interactions

Talk to your doctor about any supplements or therapy you would like to use. Some can interfere with treatment or make conditions worse.

References►

A. Eye

A1. Stoss M, Michels C, et al. Prospective cohort trial of Euphrasia single-dose eye drops in conjunctivitis. J Altern Complement Med. 2000 Dec;6(6):499-508.

Last reviewed July 2019 by EBSCO NAT Review Board Eric Hurwitz, DC Last Updated: 5/6/2020

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