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How long must i wait to insert contact lenses after using an otc lubricating eye drop?
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Immediately: Lubricating drops made specifically to be used to lubricate contact lenses have a very similar composition to most artificial tears. You can put your contact lens in right away as long as the surface of the eye can tolerate it.
Answered 10/15/2017
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