Prednisolone 1% is an eye drop used to treat mild to moderate irritation, redness, and inflammation. It is an ophthalmic steroid that provides relief by blocking the pathways causing swelling and the inflammatory response, addressing symptoms that may be left unresolved from over the counter options. Prednisolone serves as the drug of choice for a variety of conditions including allergies, irritation from foreign objects, and infection when treated appropriately.