Can castor oil treat poor vision, glaucoma? Experts reveal the truth

If you are someone who love to try tips and tricks served by viral videos, you may have been tempted by this one. There are certain videos doing the rounds on TikTok that have claimed that rubbing castor oil over eyelids, eyelashes and under the eyes can help treat eye problems like dryness, poor vision and even glaucoma. Castor oil, it is a vegetable oil which is used to treat skin infections and is a common ingredient in over-the-counter eye drops ‘No scientific basis’ "I would like to emphasise that there is no scientific basis to support the use of castor oil for treating vision problems. Vision problems such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, or conditions like dry eyes require appropriate diagnosis and management by qualified eye care professionals," says Dr. Punit Jain, Senior Consultant, Sharp Sight Eye Hospital. In essence, while castor oil’s potential benefits for eye care are intriguing, seeking personalized advice from an eye care expert and exercising prudence are paramount," adds Dr Sharma.