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Will pink eye ointment give you blurry vision?

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Dr. Richard Scartozzi answered

Yes: Any ophthalmic ointment can blur the vision at first because of its thick/viscous nature. It should clear though in a few minutes.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/23/2013

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