DIRECTIONS FOR USE: EYE OINTMENTS

Eye ointments have a gel-like texture at room temperature but become oily at body temperature. If you hold the ointment tube in your hand for 1 or 2 minutes, the ointment will soften and become easier to apply. To apply eye ointment, follow these steps:

  • Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water.
  • Tilt your head backward.
  • Place a finger just under your eye and gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a V-shaped pouch.

OR

  • With your thumb and index finger, gently pull the lower eyelid to form a small pouch.

 

  • Looking upward, squeeze about 1cm long of ointment on your eyeball. Try not to blink.

    Note: Do not let the applicator tip touch the eye or eyelid, since this could contaminate the ointment.

     

 

  • Close your eye.
  • While keeping your eyelid closed, roll your eye in all directions for a few seconds.
  • Keep your eye closed for 1 to 2 minutes.

Do not keep opened tubes of ointment for long periods of time and do not rely on the manufacturer’s expiration date on the container; the date is valid only if the tube has not been opened. Always check with your pharmacist to know how long your ointment is good for.