In order for eye drops to be effective,it is important that you understand how to prperly adminster the eye drops.- Recomended steps for eye drops administer include:
- If you use both eye ointments and eye drops,always use the drops first.
- Always wash hands before applying dops
- Tilt the head back and with one hand and pull down the lower eyelid to form a pocket
- With the other hand,hold the bottle as close to the eye as possible without actually touching the eye .Apply drop of medication.
- After the drop has been applied,close the eye for at least 1 minute to prevent the drop from draining out.
- If another drop from another medication is needed,wait at least 5 minutes before administering another drop.
- Wash hands after administering the drops.Store medication in a proper place.