Dry Eye Drops help relieve dryness, grittiness, redness and the tired feeling caused by long hours at a screen, contact lens use, air conditioning or seasonal triggers like pollen. The range at Ronaghan's Pharmacy includes preservative-free drops, hyaluronic acid formulations across three strengths (0.1%, 0.2% and 0.3%), trehalose-based options and overnight ointments from established eye care brands such as Hylo, Xailin, Vizulize, Murine and Thealoz. Choosing between formats comes down to how often you reach for the bottle and how dry the eyes feel. Lower-strength hyaluronic acid drops at 0.1% suit mild, occasional dryness and digital eye strain. Stronger 0.2% and 0.3% formulations stay on the eye surface longer and are better for moderate to severe dryness or post-surgery comfort. Preservative-free drops in single-dose vials or specialist multi-dose bottles like Hylo are the better choice if you use drops several times a day, wear contact lenses, or have had irritation from preserved formulations. Overnight ointments such as Hylo-Night and Xailin Night provide longer-lasting comfort during sleep, when tear production is at its lowest.

During hay fever season, lubricating drops are sometimes used alongside dedicated allergy drops or a systemic antihistamine to help flush pollen and other airborne irritants from the eye surface and keep the eyes comfortable between flare-ups. Preservative-free formulations are particularly useful for this purpose because they tolerate frequent use. They are not a substitute for an antihistamine or sodium cromoglicate eye drop when itching is the dominant symptom, but they complement those products well. All products in this range are sourced from established ophthalmic and pharmacy brands and stocked at Ronaghan's Pharmacy, where our pharmacy team is available in-store and online for advice on choosing between strengths and formats. If you wear contact lenses, have had recent eye surgery, or are managing a diagnosed condition such as blepharitis, a quick conversation with our pharmacist before selecting can save trying the wrong product. Browse the range below to order online or collect in-store.