Epa and dha enriched omega-3 supplement for the treatment of dry eye, meibomianitis and xerostomia

摘要

Nutritional supplements for treating dry eye, meibomian gland inflammation, meibomian gland dysfunction or xerostomia comprising flaxseed oil, or a GLA-rich oil, combined with a n-3 rich oil, such as fish oil which is rich in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaeonic acid (DHA), are disclosed. Methods of treating dry eye, meibomian gland inflammation, meibomian gland dysfunction or dry mouth by administering the supplements are also described.