If your eyes are red and itchy, you should consult an ophthalmologist; what m ay seem like a minor problem can turn out to be the symptom of a serious condition. If you believe that your condition is temporary, there are a variety of ointments or drops that will soothe irritated yes and decrease redness, but you should never use any eye medicatino for longer than three days. Most of these medications produce only a palliative effect; they don’t treat the underlying cause. If your eyes don’t show any improvement, see your doctor.