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Patient Instructions after LASIK
Medications
1. Omnipred 1% or Lotemax - One drop, four times per day today and the next 4 days, then three times on the 5th day, two times on the 6th day, and one last time on the 7th day. This is a steroid, anti-inflammatory drop. Always use this drop exactly as prescribed.
2. Vigamox or Zymar - One drop, four times per day for 5-7 days. This is an antibiotic drop to help prevent infection.
3. Voltaren or Acular or Xibrom - (only needed for burning and soreness) one drop, up to three times per day for the first 24 hours.
After the procedure, we will instill the first set of drops. Instill the drops again at lunch, dinner and bedtime, and the following morning before your appointment. The order you use the drops is not important.
4. Artificial Tears - Use Systane, Refresh Plus or Blink (in the vials) at least every waking hour between the other drops for the first 24 hours. Use the preservative free drops until gone and then use artificial tears (Systane, Refresh, Genteal, Theratears, Blink) in the bottles between 4-8 times per day for the first month, and 1-4 times per day for the next three months. This will help speed your recovery and will relieve some foreign body sensations.
5. Tylenol or Advil - Only if needed for discomfort.
Other instructions:
1. A foreign body sensation is common. Burning and tearing are less common, but normal, and usually resolve in a few hours.
2. Do not rub your eye or squeeze your eye.
3. For the first day, completely close your eye (s) full time on the first day and night.
4. Wear the eye shield to protect your eye(s) as much as possible on the first day and night. After your post-op check, you will need them only during sleep for one week.
5. Wear a good quality pair of sunglasses (100% UV ray blocking) while outdoors in the post-operative period. This is a good habit for the rest of your life.
6. Do not allow any water into your eye. Wash your face with a face cloth taking care not to get water or soap into your eyes. Shower with care to avoid rubbing and water in the eyes.
7. No swimming or hot tubs for two weeks. Avoid activities where your eye may become stuck or irritated. Ask the doctor if you have any questions.
8. Do not use eye make-up until the doctor permits. usually 4 days,.
9. Keep your follow-up appointment as scheduled at ________________________ .
10. If you experience severe pain, a sudden decrease in vision, or increased discharge from the eye, call Dr. Mandava immediately.
11. Do not hesitate to contact Dr. Mandava with any concerns or questions.
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