Can I use eye drops on my child?

Can I use eye drops on my child?

Mostly yes, if it's just to wet the eyes or treat specific eye conditions. That said, there hasn't been a lot of research to figure out if medicated eye drops are safe and really work for kids. Ask your child's doctor to suggest a dosage, and follow their instructions exactly.

What is the age limit for clear eyes?

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Can kids use eye lubricant?

Have your child use a lubricating eye ointment or eye gel at bedtime. These are thicker and last longer, so your child may have less burning, dryness, and itching when he or she wakes up. Be aware that they may blur vision for a short time.

What can I give my child for itchy eyes?

- Usually, an oral allergy medicine will control the allergic symptoms of the eye. - If the eyes remain itchy and poorly controlled, buy some Ketotifen antihistamine eye drops. ... - Age: approved for 3 years and older.

How do you put eye drops in a child?

Hold the dropper above your child's eye and squeeze one drop into the lower eyelid avoiding the corner of their eye. Release the lower eyelid and let your child blink a few times to make sure the drop is spread around the eye. Put the top back on the bottle and wipe away any excess eye drop with a clean tissue.

Can I give my 5 year old eye drops?

After age 10, children can try with supervision to administer the drops themselves. However, giving drops to infants and children up to age 3, as well as some older children with developmental delays, can be especially challenging and often requires restraining the child.Jan 27, 2015

Is there an age limit for clear eyes?

Use of the Site by any child under the age of 13 is prohibited.

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