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When you have pink-eye can you use "red eye" drops along with your pink-eye medication?

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Dr. Anne Wishna answered

No: Red eye drops often irritate the eyes more. Also, the eyes become more red when the effect of the drop wears off. I don't recommend using "red eye" drops at any time.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 12/16/2014

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A member asked:

When you have pink-eye can you use "red eye" drops along with your pink-eye medication?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anne Wishna answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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