Treating Ocular Rosacea

Oral tetracycline and doxycycline effectively control the ocular symptoms of rosacea; these are the only agents that have been rigorously studied in the treatment of ocular rosacea. A short course of topical corticosteroid solution may be useful for symptomatic relief of ocular rosacea; however, ocular steroid therapy should be initiated and managed by an ophthalmologist because experience with this treatment is limited. Liquid tears are useful for dry eyes and relief of ocular itching.