Applying eyedrops
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, as well as the skin surrounding the affected area.
- If you have balance problems, sit or lie down before administering the drops.
- Tilt your head backwards.
- Place a finger just under your eye and gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a V-shaped pouch. or With your thumb and index finger, gently pull the lower eyelid to form a small pouch.
- Looking upward, apply one (1) drop in your eye. Try not to blink. Note: Do not let the applicator tip touch the eye or eyelid to avoid injuring yourself or contaminating the drops.
- Gently close your eye.
- Keeping your eye closed, gently press the inner corner of your eye (near the nose) for at least 1 minute, unless your condition prevents you from doing so. Doing this will ensure that the medication stays in contact with your eye longer, and thus is more effective.
- If you have to apply more drops, wait at least 5 minutes between each instillation.
Your vision may be blurred for a few minutes.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying the drops unless you've been told you can keep them in. Ask whether it's okay to put them back in afterwards.
Do not keep opened bottles of eyedrops for long periods of time and do not rely on the manufacturer's expiration date on the container; the date is valid only if the container has not been opened. Always check with your pharmacist to know how long your drops are good for.
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