It is recommended to have a dry eye specialist evaluate you for the type of dry eye and the likely cause. There may not be a definitive cure for dry eyes however the symptoms can be well managed with medications or other therapies so that you can live a reasonably symptom free life.

The commonest reason of dry eye is a drops in the number of mucous producing glands. If the number falls below a critical level your eyes will need substitution periodically for all times. You should also understand that ambient temperature and humidity are an important component of management. Managing environment is about 50% of treatment. You cannot depend on eye drops alone

Dry eyes are a common yet serious condition that can be a permanent issue but often can be treated if the root cause is analysed and treated. Lubricants are generally given to reduce symptoms till the root cause is treated and managed. It could be habitual, environmental, digital strain , mgd , etc . First get an analysis of the root cause done.