How To Instill Or Apply Eye Medication

Instilling Eye medications is what your healthcare provider will surely explain and teach you. But, if it is an Over-The-Counter purchase, below are ways you can apply eye medications and what not to do.

• Don't use medications that has changed colours

° Wash hands before and after applying eye medications. Washing of hands is very important in any procedure.

• Ensure there is good lightening for easy application

° Ensure you read the label of eye medications to be sure it's the right medication and check it's expiring date

• Remove contact lens if you have one on

° Assume a comfortable position

• Ensure you do not touch the tip of the medication to any part of the eyes or the face

° Hold your Lower eyelid down

         

• Always apply eye drops before applying eye ointments

° Close the eyelids and apply gentle pressure on the bridge of the nose for 1-2minutes after instilling the eyedrops

• Use a clean tissue to pat skin to absorb excess eye drops from running into the cheeks.

° Wait for 5minutes before administering another eye drop and 10minutes before instilling another ointment.

• Then you can reinsert contact lens

Highlighted above are the step by step guides on how to instill or apply eye medication.

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