“Are antibiotic eye drops safe?”
I am a 29 year old male. I want to know if antibiotic eye drops are safe?
5 Answers
Yes, they are safe. Antibiotic eye drops usually improve symptoms after three days. Call your doctor if your symptoms don't go away.
If you have an eye infection and are treated with the appropriate antibiotic eyedrops given to you by an eyecare provider then they are safe.If you use antibiotic eyedrops that were not prescribed to you then they may not be safe to use. Routine antibiotic drops usage can create other bacteria which may be resistant to antibiotics.
This is a very broad and generic question. The broad answer would be yes, but with many caveats. Allergic reaction to either the antibiotic or to the preservatives in the drops can present problems. Drops manufactured outside of stringent regulation of safety and efficacy guidelines may not be safe. Drops bought online could be counterfeit and dangerous. Caveat emptor. Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg>
Mr. Glenn Campbell
Ophthalmologist
Yes, when they are prescribed by your eye doctor and taken properly. Glenn Campbell, MD Naples, FL
Yes
