What are antibiotic eye drops prescribed for?

Answer by  HelpChat (494)

Antibiotic eye drops are prescribed for infections on, in, or around the eye. Most antibiotics are taken orally, but because the eye is wet and exposed, direct application works.

Answer by  grace0210 (31)

Eye drops cause a local effect directly on the eye. It is indicated for many eye problems. These includes too much watering of the eyes, eye discharges, pruritus, burning sensation on the eye,and eye infections. The doctors will prescribe full time use without disruptions. Eye infections might recur if medication discontinued.

Answer by  Mable (3008)

They are used for eye infections such as conjunctivitis and sometimes for styes. They might be used if the eye has been scratched or had a foreign object or irritant. Once I had an ear infection that the doctor treated with antibiotic eye drops used in my ear.

Answer by  wendyj (359)

Antibiotic eye drops are prescribed by a doctor for an infection in the eye. They will treat various kind of eye-related infections. You can talk to a pharmacist for more information about antibiotic eye drops.

Answer by  raindance (44)

Antibiotic eye drops tend to be prescribed for bacterial infections, for example, "Pink Eye". Ask your pharmacist or doctor about non-prescription remedies as well.