How to use eye drops correctly?
Eye drops are commonly used to treat and alleviate eye diseases. Proper use of eye drops is crucial to eye health. The following will elaborate on how to use eye drops correctly from four aspects: purchase, storage, use and precautions.
SHOP EYE DROP
1. Buy eye drops from regular channels. In Shanghai, New Vision Eye Hospital is a formal specialized eye hospital that provides professional eye health services, including the purchase of eye drops. Choosing regular channels to purchase eyedrops can ensure the quality and safety of drugs.
2. Select appropriate eyedrops according to eye problems. It is very important to choose appropriate eyedrops according to your own eye problems. You can consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice. For example, if your eyes are dry and astringent, you can choose eye nourishing lotion; If the eye is red and swollen due to allergy, you can choose anti allergy eyedrops.
3. Pay attention to the drug composition and expiration date. When purchasing eyedrops, you need to read the drug manual carefully to understand the drug ingredients and use methods. At the same time, pay attention to check the validity of drugs, and do not use expired eyedrops.
Storage mode
1. Avoid direct sunlight. The eyedrops should be placed in a dry, ventilated place that is not exposed to direct sunlight, so as to avoid deterioration of the drugs caused by sunlight.
2. Suitable temperature. The storage temperature of eye drops is usually between 2-8 ℃, so they should be stored in the refrigerator. However, the eye drops should be returned to normal temperature before use.
3. Keep away from children. For the sake of safety, the eyedrops should be kept out of the reach of children to avoid their misuse or ingestion.
usage method
1. Wash your hands. Before using eye drops, wash your hands thoroughly to prevent bacteria or dirt on your hands from being brought into your eyes.
2. Drop appropriate amount of eye drops. Shake the eyedrop bottle for a few times to ensure that the eyedrop is evenly mixed, then raise your head, gently pull down the lower eyelid, and drip an appropriate amount of eyedrop. Avoid eye drops contacting eyeballs or other objects.
3. Avoid frequent use. After dropping eye drops, avoid blinking frequently to avoid drug loss. Generally, according to the guidance of the doctor or pharmacist, there are limits on the number of times of use and the amount of drip per day.
Precautions
1. Avoid using it together with other eye medicines. When using eye drops, other eye drugs should be avoided to avoid drug interaction and affect the efficacy.
2. Pay attention to the storage life of eye drops. Strictly observe the storage period of eye drops. If the expiration date is exceeded, they should be discarded and not used again.
3. Avoid using with contact lenses. When wearing contact lenses, take them off before dropping eyedrops, and then wear them back after a period of time.
Proper use of eye drops is the key to maintaining eye health. Choosing appropriate eyedrops, correctly storing and using eyedrops, and observing the precautions for use can better protect the eyes and prevent eye diseases. As a regular eye hospital in Shanghai, New Vision can provide professional eye health consultation and services to help patients correctly use eye drops.
