Over-the-counter options include loratadine (Claritin), cetirizine (Zyrtec) and fexofenadine (Allegra). Others are available by prescription. Another option is eye drops that contain mast cell stabilizers, which limit release of the inflammation-causing chemicals.
Benadryl every 6 hours or so is best. For eyelid swelling that interferes with your child's vision, use a long-lasting vasoconstrictor eye drop (such as a tetrahydrozoline, like Visine). No prescription is needed. The recommended dose is one drop every eight to 12 hours as needed for one to two days.
Take an antihistamine
Whether it's an airborne allergen like pollen, or an applied allergen like eye makeup, eyes can swell when histamine is triggered. Taking an oral antihistamine or applying antihistamine eye drops should reduce eyelid swelling if allergies are to blame.
For swollen eyes caused by an allergic reaction or seasonal allergies, antihistamines such as cetirizine (Zyrtec), loratadine (Claritin) and diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may provide aid. If swollen eyes were caused by an injury, ibuprofen (Advil) may help bring down swelling and inflammation.
Anything cold can help with inflammation and swelling, as it reduces blood flow. Therefore, a cold compress, ice pack, bag of vegetables, or even refrigerated or frozen spoons may work. There are many cold compress eye masks available.
Eyelid swelling usually goes away on its own within a day or so. If it doesn't get better in 24-48 hours, see your eye doctor. If you have a fever, vision loss, double vision, or if one or both of your eyes are abnormally protruding or bulging, you should see a doctor right away.
Soak a towel or washcloth in cold water or refrigerate a damp cloth or eye pillow. Then lie down with the compress across your eyes to let the coolness reduce swollen eyelids. Try allergy eye drops. Ogbogu suggests trying an over-the-counter eye drop made to soothe itchy, swollen eyes caused by allergies.
Itching may last for 2 days. Pinkness or redness lasts about 3 days. The eye may be puffy for up to 7 days.
Allergic conjunctivitis occurs when the conjunctiva becomes swollen or inflamed due to a reaction to pollen, dust mites, pet dander, mold, or other allergy-causing substances.
Antihistamine and mast cell stabilizer eyedrops: Some of the newest eyedrops have both an antihistamine and a mast cell stabilizer to treat and prevent eye allergies. They are used twice a day and provide quick, long-lasting relief of itching, redness, tearing and burning.
Oral Medications
The same oral antihistamines that relieve runny noses and sneezing may also minimize your allergic conjunctivitis symptoms. You may need to start taking them up to a month before allergy season to maximize effectiveness.
PRED FORTE 1% ® (prednisolone 1%), MAXIDEX 0.1% ® (dexamethasone), LOTEMAX 0.5%® (loteprednol), VEXOL 1% ® (rimexolone), FML ® (fluoromethalone 0.1%) These are all corticosteroid eye drops that are used to treat inflammation related to eye problems or after eye surgery.
The findings revealed that noninvasive treatment (ibuprofen) has reduced eye pain, tenderness, and migraine headaches caused by trochleitis.
A: The most common reasons you may wake up with swollen eyelids every morning are eye allergies, sleeping in your makeup and fluid retention: Contact with allergens — such as dust and pet dander — can cause your eyelids to appear puffy in the morning.
A black eye is bruising and swelling around your eye, usually caused by a blow to the area, such as a punch or fall. It should get better within 2 to 3 weeks.
At-home treatments for puffy eyes
Cold compresses: Cooling the area lessens inflammation and swelling by reducing blood flow. You can place anything cold, such as an ice pack, frozen bag of vegetables, chilled cucumber slices or refrigerated spoons, over closed eyes for a few minutes.
Sinusitis. Sinusitis is usually caused by bacterial or viral infection, although it may also be caused by allergy. Sinusitis affecting the sinuses just beneath the eyes can cause puffiness around the eyes, affecting the eyelids. The eyelids are not usually red, sore or itchy.