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2023-08-13 13:31:36
If a patient is using eye drops and eye ointment . So really is it important to wait five minutes to use ointment after drops ? If yes why ?
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Yes to increase drug absorption

Answered2023-08-13 16:01:59

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Increase absorption Better effectiveness of each drop It is equally important to keep eyes closed for 2-5 minutes after instilling any drop for maximum efficacy. Kindly get an online consultation to address all your concerns

Answered2023-08-13 14:09:21

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Every Drug has its Action.... putting over the counter drops & ointments will wash off the effective concentration of drug. Eventually drug to drug Reaction can occur. So its ideal to put a gap in putting eye drops.

Answered2023-08-13 14:00:05

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Yes To avoid drug interactions

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