A patient who has year-round allergic rhinitis uses an intranasal corticosteroid and a daily oral antihistamine.The patient reports persistent watery and itchy eyes.The primary care NP observes profuse clear,watery discharge and a cobblestone appearance inside the upper eyelids,with clear conjunctivae.The patient has tried topical azelastine (Astelin)and topical diclofenac (Voltaren)without improvement.The NP should prescribe _____ drops.

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Topical mast cell stabilizers,such as nedocromil,are good for long-term treatment of allergic conjunctivitis.Timolol and pilocarpine are used to treat glaucoma.Dexamethasone is prescribed for severe cases of conjunctivitis but should be prescribed only by an ophthalmologist.

A Patient Who Has Year-Round Allergic Rhinitis Uses an Intranasal