How do you put eye drops in without blinking?

Squeeze one drop into the pocket in your lower lid. Don’t blink, wipe your eye, or touch the tip of the bottle on your eye or face. Close your eye. Keep closed for three minutes without blinking.

Should I close my eyes after eye ointment?

If you have both drops and ointment, use the drops first. If you don’t, the ointment may keep the eye drops from being absorbed. If you have more than one type of drop, wait about 5 minutes after the first medicine before you use the second. Keep your eyes closed for a few minutes.

Can you put ointment on eyelid?

The red part under your bottom eyelid should form a small pocket for the ointment. Gently squeeze the tube. Without letting the tip of the tube touch your eye, squeeze a line of ointment into the pocket under your eye. Twist the tube to help the ointment break off from the tip and fall into your lower eyelid.

How do you apply ointment to eyelid margin?

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1. Squeeze a small amount (pea-size) on your index fingertip.
2. Look up slightly.
3. Place the ointment inside your lower eyelid.
4. Close your eyes.
5. Massage your eyelids slightly to spread the ointment.
6. Then do the other eye (if directed to do so)
7. Go to bed. Your vision will be very blurry.

Where do you put the pressure after eye drops?

Step 4: Close your eyes and don’t blink!

1. Apply gentle pressure to your tear ducts, where the eyelid meets the nose.
2. If any drops leaked out, use a tissue to wipe them from your closed eyelids.
3. Repeat steps 3 and 4 with the other eye, if necessary.

How should I use eye ointments?

When using eye ointments, follow these tips: For older children and adults: Pull the lower eyelid down with one or two fingers to create a pouch. Put a thin line of ointment in the pouch. Close the eye for 30 to 60 seconds to let the ointment absorb.

How long do you put an eyedrop in before ointment?

If you are using both eyedrops and eye ointment, put the eyedrop in at least 10 minutes before the ointment. The method for inserting eye ointment is slightly different than for inserting eyedrops.

How do you use eye drops correctly?

To use eyedrops, follow these tips: For older children and adults: While tilting your head back, pull the lower eyelid down with one or two fingers to create a small pouch. Gently squeeze the dropper to put 1 eyedrop in the pouch. Close the eye for 30 to 60 seconds to let the drops absorb.

How to get the ointment into the lower eyelid pocket?

If you are having difficulty getting the ointment into the lower eyelid pocket whilst looking at the ceiling, or in the mirror into the outer lower pocket of the eye, another method is: Wash your hands especially the index finger. Make sure the nail of your index finger is not sharp.