Several common eye problems can easily be treated with eye drops. What some people don’t understand is that there are different types of drops for different types of problems. Using the wrong kind of eye drops will not only leave your problems untreated but may even exacerbate existing conditions. […]
Video: How to Properly Administer Eye Drops
For optimal effects, follow these steps to properly administer your eye drops:
Wash your hands
Remove the lid (avoid touching the dropper tip)
Slightly tilt your head back
Use one hand to pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pocket
With your other hand, hold the eye dropper directly over the eyelid pocket
Look up and squeeze the eye drop bottle to let the eye drop fall into the pocket
Close your eyes—do not blink
Wipe any liquid from around your eyes, then open them […]
