If the herpes simplex virus (HSV) is causing conjunctivitis, people may use eye drops containing trifluridine (Viroptic). People may be able to treat mild bacterial conjunctivitis at home using ...

While on patent, these eye drops first sold for $300 to $500 per bottle. Once a new drug’s patents expire, another manufacturer can commercialize a generic version if it contains the exact same ...

The maker of EzriCare Artificial Tears said it was recalling the eye drops after U.S. health authorities linked the product to a drug-resistant bacteria strain. By Amanda Holpuch The manufacturer ...