Join Now! | Sign In | Contact Us

Select a Review

ConsumerLab.com Answers

Castor Oil for Cataracts?

Question:
Can castor oil eye drops improve or dissolve cataracts?

Reviewed and edited by Tod Cooperman, M.D.

Tod Cooperman, M.D.

Initial Posting: 8/5/2018 Last Update: 8/5/2018

Castor Oil for Cataracts? -- bottle of castor oil and dropper

Answer:
Eye drops containing castor oil can be helpful for dry eye, but there is little evidence that they can improve vision in people with cataracts or "dissolve" cataracts, as explained in the full answer >>

Learn about supplements for cataracts and other eye conditions:

Is it true that taking glucosamine might make my glaucoma worse? >>

Do any supplements help prevent or improve cataracts? >>

Do vitamin C supplements help prevent cataracts? >>

Do any supplements help prevent or reduce eye floaters? >>

Which supplements are helpful for age-related macular degeneration (AMD)? >>

Do glutathione supplements work to prevent aging or for other conditions? >>

I've heard fish oil may be helpful for dry eye. Is this true? How much should I take? >>

Does saffron really improve vision or prevent age-related macular degeneration? >>

See other recent and popular questions >>

COMMENTS

Tony17028 August 5, 2018

I read that castor oil could change the color of your eyes. Is that true?

Comment on Post

ConsumerLab.com August 8, 2018

Hi Tony - There does not appear to be any published studies or reports of castor oil eye drops changing eye color.

Comment on Post

Share your thoughts and comments about this topic in the space below. Please abide by the following rules:

If you make a statement of fact, such as whether a type of treatment does or does not work, state your basis -- such as personal experience or a published study.
If you make a positive or negative comment about a product, note whether or not you have a financial interest in the product or in a competing product.
Please be respectful in your tone.
Please do not submit any type of HTML markup or scripting as it will not be accepted, nor will comments that exceed 2,500 characters.

For your privacy, only your first name (from your account) followed by a random number will appear with your comment. Your last name and email address will not be displayed.

Comment:

Share your thoughts and comments about this topic in the space below. Please abide by the following rules:

If you make a statement of fact, such as whether a type of treatment does or does not work, state your basis -- such as personal experience or a published study.
If you make a positive or negative comment about a product, note whether or not you have a financial interest in the product or in a competing product.
Please be respectful in your tone.
Please do not submit any type of HTML markup or scripting as it will not be accepted, nor will comments that exceed 2,500 characters.

For your privacy, only your first name (from your account) followed by a random number will appear with your comment. Your last name and email address will not be displayed.

Comment:

You can modify your comment below. Please be aware the comment will have to approve the changes before they will be shown:

Comment:

Your edit has been submitted and is being reviewed by ConsumerLab.com prior to publication.

This CL Answer initially posted on 8/5/2018.

ConsumerLab.com members may submit questions to CLAnswers@ConsumerLab.com. We read all questions and try to answer those of popular interest.

BECOME A MEMBER

Instant Access to Reviews for OVER 1,000 Products!
Quality Ratings and Product Comparisons
Expert Insights and More!
Listen to CL's founder discuss more benefits below!

SPECIAL

Coronavirus Information Center

Coronavirus Information Center

Answers to Critical Questions About COVID-19.

WARNINGS

Seller of "COVID Supplement Protection Pack" Warned for Coronavirus Claims

FDA Warns Seller of Alpha Lipoic Acid, Berberine, and More

See All Warnings

Product Reviews

Zinc Supplements and Lozenges

Canned Tuna and Salmon

Turmeric and Curcumin Supplements and Spices

CoQ10 and Ubiquinol Supplements

CBD & Hemp Extract Supplements

Fish Oil /Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplements

... and More!

ENCYCLOPEDIA

In addition to our product reviews our encyclopedia covers the following:

Herbs & Supplements

Conditions

Drug Interactions

Alternative Therapies

MEMBER TESTIMONIALS

VISIT OUR PARTNERS

PharmacyChecker.com

Follow us on...

ConsumerLab.com

Join \| Sign In
Product Reviews Brands Tested Health Conditions Encyclopedia CL Answers Clinical Updates	News Recalls & Warnings Recommended Intakes Where to Buy Products	Testing Program How Products Were Tested Quality Certification Program	Join CL Today Testimonials Join Free Newsletter Group Subscriptions Gift Membership	About Us The CL Seal CL Survey Privacy Policy Sitemap Contact Us/Help

©2020 ConsumerLab.com, LLC. All rights reserved. A single copy of a report may be printed for personal use by the subscriber. It is otherwise unlawful to print, download, store or distribute content from this site without permission.
ConsumerLab.com name and flask logo are both registered trademarks of ConsumerLab.com, LLC. This site is intended for informational purposes only and not to provide medical advice.