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Prescribed nystatin ointment for my eyelid &outside corner of eye area. the pharmacy instructions specify to avoid eye. is it safe 2 use around eye?
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Yes: Make sure it is outside and not get into the eye.
Answered 7/18/2015
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No: If there is possibility that it might get into eyes, do not use it. Ask your doctor to make sure that this is right medication for your condition.
Answered 4/20/2013
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