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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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