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I mistakingly used my antihistamine eye drops (olopatadine hydrochloride 0.7%) high dose with my contacts still in my eyes. it says not to do this. am i at risk of damage ?

Q: i mistakingly used my antihistamine eye drops (olopatadine hydrochloride 0.7%) high dose with my contacts still in my eyes. it says not to do this. am i at risk of damage ?

: It should not be a big deal with one mistake. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

It should not be a big deal with one mistake. Take care.

Answered 5/11/2023

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Dr. George Yanik answered

no you are fine.

Answered 5/13/2023

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A member asked:

I mistakingly used my antihistamine eye drops (olopatadine hydrochloride 0.7%) high dose with my contacts still in my eyes. it says not to do this. am i at risk of damage ?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr. George Yanik answered

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