Question 1

is it ok to use white eye drops?

Accepted Answer

Yes: For daily use, preserved artificial tears, of which there are many, work well. Eyemds like the refresh brand given its long track record (no financial interest ). Use no more than 4x/d as they have a preservative that can cause an allergy. Nonpreserved at are best as no preservative present, can be used as often as needed, though cost more.

Question 2

could you use too many eye drops?

Accepted Answer

That depends on: Which type of medication the eye drops are.

Question 3

i got itchi eyes, should i just use eye drops?

Accepted Answer

That's a start: There are over-the-counter eye drops for allergies; some work better than others. As well, artificial tears can help. If the itching persists after a few days, you should see an eye doctor for an evaluation and to better help relieve your discomfort.

Question 4

are naclof and spersadex eye drops safe to use?

Accepted Answer

Eye drops: For treatment of cojunctivitis, Inwould avoid the medications The eyedrops that you mention should be administerd under the direction of your eye doctor

Question 5

what are eye drops can i use on a regular basis?

Accepted Answer

Eye drops: For general dryness of irritation, you can try theratears or systane drops, both available over the counter from cvs or walgreens, wal-mart or target...

Question 6

are previously frozen eye drops safe to use again?

Accepted Answer

Depends: On what the drops are.  But in general i would say you should probably replace them.

Question 7

can i use eye drops to store my contacts over night?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Eyedrops are compatable with contact lenses.  The manufacturers know this and do not make drops that would have an adverse effect.  It is a rather expensive source of contact lens storage solution.

Question 8

i was wondering what are the safest eye drops to use?

Accepted Answer

None: The safest is no eye drop at all. Visine and clear eyes are very dangerous and should never be used. Systane, blink, optive are all good. These are not good with contact lenses.

Question 9

can i use contact solution as eye drops if i don't have any?

Accepted Answer

Not advisable: The contact lens solutions vary in component ingredients. Often used are the multipurpose solutions that clean, disinfect, and are used for rinsing & storing. Although not harmful to use in the eye, they do not contain good lubricating quality ingredients.. It's best to use contact lens friendly lubricating eye drops for routine usage in dry eye related conditions.

Question 10

what is the best way to get an elder to use eye drops daily?

Accepted Answer

Add it to routine: That's a million dollar question that pharmaceutical companies and doctors have been trying to figure out.  I usually tell my pts to do it with something they do daily: eating dinner, watching the news, taking other medicine, brushing their teeth.  I try to avoid right before bed, because alot of times they just fall asleep before taking their drops....

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