Expect tearing, irritation, and stinging of the eyes.
Please only open your eyes to walk, eat, or use the restroom.
Do not watch television, use the computer or do reading.
For 1 Week
DO NOT TOUCH / RUB / SQUEEZE YOUR EYES
Be careful taking a shower to avoid getting shampoo and soap in the eyes.
Don’t use eye make-up.
Avoid dirty or dust-filled environments.
Avoid getting any sweat in your eyes.
Use sunglasses (provided) outdoors to protect against light sensitivity, wind, and dust. Ultraviolet filtering sunglasses are recommended thereafter to reduce the risk of long-term eye problems to which we are all susceptible.
For 2 Weeks
Do not open your eyes underwater.
Avoid contact, racquet sports, or any activity that will increase your chances of getting hit in the eye.
Instructions for Medication
Antibiotic Drops and Anti-Inflammatory Drops: Pick up from your pharmacy. Please shake eye drops and wash your hands before application. Lie down to instill drops. If possible, have someone else instill the drops and make sure whoever is instilling the drops washes their hands. Keep eyes closed for 1 min after application. To avoid washing out the previously applied drops, please wait at least 5-10 minutes before applying the next solution.
Artificial Tears: BSS–Clear Bottle will be provided in your post care kit. Use 1 drop per eye 4 times a day or as needed if you experience any dryness or irritation to keep your eyes well lubricated. It is recommended to keep your eyes well lubricated to help with the healing process. You can refrigerate your drops; using cold drops may alleviate irritation. You can purchase additional artificial tears at Manhattan LASIK Center, or at your local pharmacy. Brands that can be used include Systane / Refresh / Blink.
Clear Plastic Shields: These will be provided in your post care kit to protect your eyes while sleeping. Wear them starting the day of the procedure to the 3rd day after your procedure.
Instructions
Antibiotic Drops (Pick Up) Ciprofloxacin or Ofloxacin
Anti-Inflammatory Drops (Pick Up) Lotemax SM or Prednisolone or Inveltys or FML or Durezol
Clear Plastic Shields (Provided) to cover your eyes while sleeping
1 drop per eye
1 drop per eye
Day of Surgery
At 6PM – 10PM
Bedtime
1st Day After Surgery
4 times per day
4 times per day
Bedtime
2nd Day After Surgery
2 times per day
2 times per day
Bedtime
3rd Day After Surgery
2 times per day
2 times per day
Bedtime
4th Day After Surgery
2 times per day
2 times per day
5th Day After Surgery
2 times per day
2 times per day
Example Day of Surgery – Wednesday
Instructions
Antibiotic Drops (Pick Up) Ciprofloxacin or Ofloxacin
Anti-Inflammatory Drops (Pick Up) Lotemax SM or Prednisolone or Inveltys or FML or Durezol
Clear Plastic Shields (Provided) to cover your eyes while sleeping
1 drop per eye
1 drop per eye
Day of Surgery: Wed
At 6PM – 10PM
Bedtime
Thurs
4 times per day
4 times per day
Bedtime
Fri
2 times per day
2 times per day
Bedtime
Sat
2 times per day
2 times per day
Bedtime
Sun
2 times per day
2 times per day
Mon
2 times per day
2 times per day
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