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Eyedrops


Putting eyedrops in the eye

To use eyedrops, tilt your head back, and pull the lower eyelid down with one or two fingers to create a pouch. Gently squeeze the dropper to put the eyedrops in the pouch. Close the eye for 30 to 60 seconds to let the drops absorb.

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Primary Medical Reviewer William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Christopher J. Rudnisky, MD, FRCSC - Ophthalmology
Last Updated December 6, 2007

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