Why do Artificial Tears Burn?

Question

I do have symptoms of dry eyes, and I use Refresh Plus perservative free artificial tears. The only thing though, is when I put them in, my eyes burn for a few seconds, what causes this?

Answer 1

I've noticed that the only eyedrops that don't cause my eyes to feel irritated are rewetting eyedrops for contact lens wearers.

Answer 2

Because they are artificial.

You may use the eye drops under an ophthalmologist prescription only please.

Answer 3

i remember going through the same thing. my eyes would kill me and i would use those over the counter substances for my eyes and they never seemed to work for long. only temporarily. i suggest going to an eye doctor because prescribed medicine always works best! my doctor advised me not to use over the counter products!

good luck =)