General eyelid conditions

Rutin prevents the damage of the cells lining the eyelids. Take 1-3 g of rutin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Pumpkin seed alleviates symptoms. Take 10-20 g of pumpkin seed daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Zinc is an anti-inflammatory and an anti-infectious; reduces eyelid inflammation; fights infection and alleviates other symptoms. Take 25-50 mg of zinc daily, in divided doses, for many months. Better if used with copper.

Yellow dock is an astringent; reduces secretions; used for ulcerated eyelids. Apply a yellow dock containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.