How to Find a Doctor Who Can Prescribe Eysuvis Near You [2026 Guide]

Eysuvis (loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension 0.25%) requires a prescription. It's not a controlled substance, but prescribing information specifies that the initial prescription and each renewal should be made by a physician following an eye examination. This guide helps you find the right type of provider to prescribe Eysuvis near you.

Who Can Prescribe Eysuvis?

Eysuvis is not a controlled substance, so there are no special DEA licensing requirements for prescribers. However, because it's an ophthalmic medication and the prescribing information requires an eye examination — including evaluation of intraocular pressure and the ocular surface — eye care specialists are the most appropriate prescribers. Here are the provider types most commonly involved:

Ophthalmologists (Most Common)

Ophthalmologists are medical doctors (MD or DO) who specialize in eye and vision care. They are licensed to perform surgery and prescribe all ophthalmic medications, including Eysuvis. Ophthalmologists can perform the slit lamp examination required by Eysuvis prescribing information. A dry eye specialist within ophthalmology is the ideal prescriber if you have moderate to severe dry eye disease.

Optometrists (Most Accessible)

Optometrists (OD) are primary eye care providers who can diagnose and treat many eye conditions. In all 50 U.S. states, optometrists have prescribing authority for medications including Eysuvis. Optometrists are often more accessible than ophthalmologists — they typically have faster appointment availability and more locations. If you have a regular optometrist, they are likely able to evaluate your dry eye and prescribe Eysuvis if appropriate.

Primary Care Physicians (PCPs)

General practitioners and internal medicine physicians can technically prescribe Eysuvis, as it's a non-controlled prescription drug. However, the prescribing information specifies that an examination with magnification (slit lamp) is needed before prescribing. Most PCPs don't have slit lamp equipment, making this less ideal for an initial prescription. A PCP might issue a refill for an established dry eye patient at an ophthalmologist's recommendation.

Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants

Nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) who work within ophthalmology or optometry practices can prescribe Eysuvis in most states. Their prescribing authority varies by state, but they typically operate under physician supervision in ophthalmology settings where the necessary equipment for a complete eye exam is available.

How to Find a Dry Eye Specialist Near You

Here are the best ways to find a provider who can evaluate and prescribe Eysuvis for you:

Search the AAO Find an Ophthalmologist tool at aao.org — the American Academy of Ophthalmology's directory lets you search by location and subspecialty.

Search the AOA Find a Doctor tool at aoa.org — the American Optometric Association's directory for optometrists by location.

Use your insurance company's in-network provider search — look under "Ophthalmology" or "Optometry" to stay in-network.

Ask your primary care doctor for a referral — your PCP can refer you to an ophthalmologist or optometrist and may be able to get you an expedited appointment.

Can I Get Eysuvis Prescribed via Telehealth?

Telehealth is a convenient option for many prescriptions, but Eysuvis presents a challenge: the prescribing information states that the initial prescription should be made after an in-person eye examination, including slit lamp evaluation to check IOP and the ocular surface. A telehealth provider cannot perform these examinations remotely.

That said, if you already have an established diagnosis of dry eye disease from a prior in-person eye exam, some telehealth eye care providers may be willing to prescribe Eysuvis for a documented flare — particularly if you have a history of Eysuvis use. This varies by provider and platform. Telehealth is best used for renewals in established dry eye patients, not for initial evaluation.

What to Tell Your Doctor About Eysuvis

When you see your eye care provider, mention:

Your dry eye symptoms, including frequency and severity of flares

Treatments you've already tried (OTC artificial tears, cyclosporine, etc.)

Any history of elevated eye pressure, glaucoma, or ocular surgery

Any viral eye infections (contraindicated with Eysuvis)

Your insurance situation — this helps the doctor discuss Eysuvis access and cost programs with you proactively

After You Get Your Prescription

Once you have a prescription for Eysuvis, use medfinder to locate a pharmacy near you that has it in stock. Not every pharmacy carries Eysuvis regularly, and calling around manually can take hours. medfinder calls pharmacies on your behalf and texts you the results, so you can go directly to the pharmacy that has your medication.

Also review our guide to saving money on Eysuvis in 2026 before you go to the pharmacy — the Alcon Patient Access Program can reduce your cost to as little as $30.