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Is it possible to use preservative free drops too much after lasik? ~6weeks postop and using them every half hour! plugs already put in. worried!
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Don't worry: Can be normal. Give it some more time and it will change.
Answered 7/16/2013
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No: You can use the preservative free drops as much as you want. You can not overdose on them.
Answered 7/8/2013
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