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Is it possible for me to put sterile artificial tears on my eyes if i have contacts?

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Yes: Many patients do. It helps offset the drying effect contact lenses have on the eyes. Preservative free tears are best, but make sure to use all 8 drops in the tube within 24 hours so that bacteria don't grow in the non-preserved drops. There are also other drops made for wetting contact lenses.

Dr Lessnau agreed

Answered 11/20/2013

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