Since moxifloxacin and Refresh Tears haven't helped, the redness is likely not a bacterial infection. Increased screen time often causes significant strain and dryness. I recommend stopping the antibiotic drops to avoid unnecessary irritation and encouraging him to follow the 20-20-20 rule (looking 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes) during screen use. Please have an eye specialist examine his eye to determine the exact cause, such as localized inflammation or strain. He will be just fine, but a professional evaluation is the safest next step.

While Refresh Tears (carboxymethylcellulose) is generally safe, experiencing irritation in both eyes after treating a swollen eye is not typical. This could be a mild sensitivity to the preservatives in the drops, or the underlying issue might be affecting both eyes. I suggest stopping the drops for now. To help me provide more tailored advice, are you experiencing any redness, discharge, or changes in your vision? If the irritation continues or worsens, please have an eye care professional examine your eyes to ensure they heal safely.

Watering of the eyes when looking at the sun or bright light is usually due to light sensitivity (photophobia). Bright light stimulates the nerves in your eyes, causing reflex tearing to protect them. It can happen if you have dry eyes, eye strain, a mild allergy, or are spending too much time on screens. Wearing sunglasses outdoors and using lubricating eye drops may help. If you have frequent discomfort, it is best to see an eye doctor for a check-up.

While Refresh Tears (lubricating eye drops) are generally very safe, they can occasionally cause temporary redness or irritation, sometimes due to a mild sensitivity to the drops or their preservatives. However, these lubricating drops do not enter your bloodstream in a way that would make you feel sleepy; your drowsiness is likely due to eye fatigue or another unrelated factor. I recommend pausing the drops to see if the irritation improves. If the redness persists or worsens, please have a quick chat with an eye specialist to ensure your eyes are healing perfectly.

Feeling dryness and a foreign body sensation in the eye is most commonly due to dry eye syndrome, which can happen from long screen time, reduced blinking, dust exposure, air-conditioning, or lack of sleep. It can also be related to allergies or mild eye surface irritation. Using lubricating (artificial tear) eye drops, taking regular screen breaks (20-20-20 rule), staying hydrated, and avoiding rubbing your eyes can help. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult an eye doctor for proper evaluation.

Zoxan D (ciprofloxacin and dexamethasone) is an antibiotic and steroid drop used to treat inflammation, and it can take several days to show its full effect. Please complete the remaining seven days of your prescribed course, as stopping an antibiotic early can cause the issue to return. You can safely continue using your Refresh Tears to help soothe the dryness. However, if you experience any severe pain, vision changes, or if the irritation worsens significantly, please contact your eye doctor right away for a quick evaluation.