Eye Care Tips After Cataract Surgery Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences It is advisable for you to follow the instructions below to care for your eyes after cataract surgery. How to use and store your eye medication
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Wash your hands before applying the eye drops Seat yourself comfortably
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Tilt your head back, look upwards and pull the lower eyelid down with one hand With the other hand, instil one drop into your operated eye
Shake the bottle and remove the cap. Avoid touching the nozzle of the bottle.
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Gently close your eye for 5 minutes after applying the eye medication. Wipe off any excess eye medication that overflows onto your cheek with a clean piece of tissue paper