The recommended amount of eye drops per use is typically one drop. Even if the bottle suggests one or two drops, using only one drop is usually sufficient and prevents potential overflow and irritation.
Proper Eye Drop Application
To ensure effective and efficient use:
- Gently pull down your lower eyelid. This creates a small pocket to help the drop stay in your eye.
- Hold the bottle about an inch above your eye. Maintain a vertical position to control the drop's flow.
- Gently squeeze the bottle until you see or feel a single drop. Avoid excessive squeezing.
Using more than one drop can lead to:
- Overflow: Excess drops may spill onto your cheek instead of entering your eye.
- Irritation: An excess of eye drops can irritate the eye and surrounding skin.
This method ensures optimal absorption of the medication while minimizing waste and discomfort. Remember to always follow the specific instructions provided with your particular brand of eye drops, but generally, one drop is all you need.
