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Does Perjeta cause watery eyes, and how can I manage it?

DM

Community Member

9 months ago

Has any one else developed excess watering from their eyes from perjeta? And if so is there any drops or tactics to help with this?

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Watery eyes can be a frustrating side effect that some patients experience with certain treatments. It's great that you're reaching out to connect with others who might have similar experiences - this community is such a valuable resource for sharing practical tips and support. Hopefully, other members will share what has worked for them, and it's always worth discussing any bothersome symptoms with your care team to explore the best management options for your specific situation.

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LR

Community Member

9 months ago

Where can I find that medicine water eye s

LR

Community Member

9 months ago

Where do I find the eye drops

LD

Community Member

9 months ago

Nothing helped me except finishing. My eyes just poured tears all day long. Gosh I have actually forgotten about that.

KS

Community Member

9 months ago

My eyes did the same thing, I walked around with a tissue in hand all day. My oncologist recommended putting a heat pack on eyes (amazon - just for eyes) or warm wash cloth will work. Do that daily, I am not sure if it helped but it felts good. Once treatment is over, it will all get better.

LM

Community Member

9 months ago

Yes, I actually woke up almost blind in one eye. I’m on cyclosporine eye drops. Had plugs put in and 2 yrs later had a laser treatment. Still on eye drops and had more plugs a month ago. I see my opthamologist every 6 months now.

LA

Community Member

9 months ago

A nurse told me about "Retain" eye drops. It was so bad out shopping with my husband one day, people thought I was really crying!! I was laughing so hard.

RS

Community Member

9 months ago

I have that due to Docetaxel. I apply warm compress for about 10 mins (dry or wet) should do that at least 2/3 times a day. I also apply Refresh Tears one drop about 2/3 times a day. As someone said it will gradually subside once the chemo is out of the system.

GK

Community Member

8 months ago

I had watery eyes and itching from Perjeta. Recently switched from phesgo to hylecta and both side effects have improved.

BD

Community Member

8 months ago

Yes, whenever I stand up my eyes water so bad I have to have a tissue ready or I leave a trail of tears. Wasn’t sure which chemo was causing it but if it’s the Perjeta then unfortunately I have infusions for another 6 months. Ugh! I’ve tried drops, warm compresses and Genteal tears but nothing seems to help. Also Aquaphor around my eyes at night to reduce the redness helps with that

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LM

Community Member

8 months ago

My opthamologist prescribed cyclosporine drops and put plugs in my eyes. It helped. They still water in wind or when snow skiing, but has diminished significantly. I am 2 years post cancer treatment.

MC

Community Member

8 months ago

Eye docs can put plugs in your tear ducts. That is painless stays a long time and can stop dry-eye caused running of tears.

CA

Community Member

4 months ago

Watery eyes can be a frustrating side effect that some patients experience with certain treatments. It's great that you're reaching out to connect with others who might have similar experiences - this community is such a valuable resource for sharing practical tips and support. Hopefully, other members will share what has worked for them, and it's always worth discussing any bothersome symptoms with your care team to explore the best management options for your specific situation.

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