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What happens when you apply antibiotics eye ointment on viral conjunctivitis?
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It soothes: The eye. Antibiotics have no effect on viral conjunctivitis. However the ointment can soothe the irritated. Over-the-counter ointments work just as well for this.
Answered 1/14/2013
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