Improper use of eye drops

Computers and mobile phones are indispensable items in our daily work and life, but eye diseases such as eye fatigue, dryness, redness and swelling due to excessive use of electronic products are also increasing. Faced with this problem, many people choose to use eye drops to relieve them, but they do not know that improper use of eye drops can aggravate eye discomfort. Therefore, the following items should be paid attention to when using:

eye dropper bottle

1. There are many types of eye drops, and some drugs have contraindications and toxic side effects. Timolol eye drops should be used with caution if you have bronchial asthma, bradycardia and other diseases; people who are allergic to sulfonamides and quinolones should not contain them. Eye drops with such ingredients. Random abuse can easily lead to drug-induced dry eye, hormonal glaucoma, etc., and endanger eye health. Therefore, it is recommended to use under the guidance of a doctor or pharmacist.

2. Wash your hands before use, then sit or lie down with your head back. When using, use your thumb and index finger to gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a small sac. Place the eye drop bottle close to the eyelid, but do not touch it. Squeeze the prescribed amount of liquid medicine, gently close your eyes, and try not to blink. Use a finger to gently press the corner of the eye on the nasal side for 1-2 minutes to prevent the liquid from flowing into the nasal cavity and oral cavity through the nasolacrimal duct. Wipe off the excess liquid medicine with a clean paper towel after use, and do not rinse or wipe the eye drops before putting it back to avoid contaminating the liquid medicine.

3. In order to avoid cross-infection, eye drops should not be mixed with others. When multiple eye drops are needed, it is recommended to take 5-10 minutes apart. Generally speaking, after opening the eye drop bottle, it will produce bacteria if it is exposed to air. It will be effective within 1 month after opening, and cannot be used again after the expiration date.

4. The eye drops should be stored in a cool, dry and ventilated place, away from direct sunlight. If you have special requirements, put them in the refrigerator. Do not freeze them. Tighten the cap of the eye drops bottle after each use to avoid contamination. And leakage.

In addition, eye drops should be stored separately from other liquid medicines, and the name of the user should be written on the eye drops bottle to prevent misuse by others. Eyes are the windows of the soul. We should pay attention to the rational use of eyes in daily life to protect the health of the eyes.