People react differently to the use of eye-drops. We know that eye-drops are essential for treating eye problems. But we are often afraid of dropping the liquid medication into our eyes. And when we use them, sometimes we miss our eyes entirely and spill the eye-drops, or even squeeze too much than recommended.
That is why it is important to understand how to use eye-drops without missing the eyes or spilling them; and using them strictly according to ophthalmologists’ instructions.
First all, you must understand that there are various types of eye-drop medications. At Fanyval Visions, we have prescription eye-drops for red eyes, dry eyes, eye infections, allergies, glaucoma, and other eye conditions. We also have specialized eye-drops for pre-surgery operations and for use post-surgery. Each of these eye drugs has its own uses, dosage, frequency of use, and indications.
Here then are the recommended ways to use eye-drops effectively for the best results:
- Read and follow the doctor’s advice
The most important step to using your eye-drops correctly is to read and apply the doctor’s instructions. You must also ask all necessary questions before leaving the ophthalmologist’s office or pharmacist store. For instance, you might want to ask your doctor if you can store your eye-drop medication at normal room temperature, away from direct sunlight, or even in the refrigerator before you do any of these.
Follow the doctor’s advice about the timing and dosage of your eye-drops. If your doctor tells you to squeeze only one drop into each eye, do not squeeze three drops. And if he tells you to use the drug two times per day, do not use it three times. You must understand that eye-drops are as powerful as any oral drugs or intravenous medications. So be careful about the timing of use and dosage.
In some cases, an ophthalmologist may prescribe two different types of eye-drops for you. If you must use these medications at the same time, then you must wait 3-5 minutes after the first drug before applying the second drug. You must wait some minutes after applying eye-drop A before using eye-drop B.
- Prepare yourself for the eye-drop use
One of the first things you must do before using an eye-drop is to wash your hands thoroughly. Washing your hands will remote dirt and bacterial contamination from your hand prior to handling your medication. You must also shake your eye-drops vigorously before use – just the way doctors tell you to shake your drugs before use.
Once you remove the cap of the eye-drop bottle, you must ensure that your fingers do not touch the tip of the dropper. Touching the tip of the bottle after removing the cap may contaminate the medication and introduce harmful bacteria into your eyes. You must also wash your hands after applying the drops.
And if you are wearing contact lenses, it is important to remove them before applying your eye-drops. Contact lenses will make your drops to flow away – so they must be removed before using your medication – except your doctor tells you to leave them in.
- Place the drops into your eyes the right way
The eye-drops must be used correctly for optimal results. The best way to go about this is to tilt your head backwards and with your gaze fixed on the ceiling before applying the drops. You can also pull down your eyelids with one hand to create a pocket in which the drops may fall.
If you are able to pull down your eyelids with one hand, you must hold the dropper tip of the medication directly over the eyelid pocket and then squeeze out the drops. You can then blink in the drops so they get absorbed into your eyes.
Do not squeeze too hard or you might release too many drops at once, causing a spill. It is best to squeeze gently in a way that you can count the number of drops coming into your eyes. It is best to release only one or two drops per eye, or according to doctor’s instructions. And do not forget that you musn’t touch the tip of the dropper during this process.
- Get someone to help you apply the drops
If you are nervous and can’t release the eye-drops into your eyes, you might want to enlist someone to help you. Some people get nervous and develop shaky hands when applying eye-drops, and some are just afraid that the dropper tip may hit their eyes or they miss the eyes altogether when squeezing the drops.
The process is almost the same. You tilt your head back and use your fingers to pry open your eyelids. Your partner can then squeeze the required number of drops into your eyes without any fuss. Your enlisted helper must also have his hands washed and be careful not to touch the dropper tip while applying the medication.
- Get the eye-drops absorbed into your eyes
After the drops are released into your eyes, you must apply gentle pressure to your tear ducts so that the eyes can absorb the liquid medication. You may also blink gently to get the liquid absorbed into your eyes for effective treatment. If the drops run down the sides of your eyes, just use a soft tissue to wipe them and you will be fine.
- Get customized eye-care medications at Fanyval
At Fanyval Visions, we have more than eight eye-drop brands specially formulated and manufactured under the strictest scientific conditions to treat all manners of eye problems. Some of our top-tier eye-drop medications include:
- Fanymox
- Cypmal
- Crysoptic
- Relipen
- Lexval
- Ciproptic
- Vatrop
- Timomed
Headquarter in Lagos Nigeria, our company is fully licensed and accredited by federal and international regulatory agencies to research, manufacture, and distribute effective eye treatment drugs for all types of eye conditions. We have a qualified team of medical doctors, ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and eyesight consultants that are engaged in creating affordable and effective eye treatment solutions for Nigerians and customers around the world.