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If eye drops can be used to poison a drink, are they really safe for our eyes?

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If eye drops can be used to poison a drink, are they really safe for our eyes?

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We are talking about a medication and as such, it can be dangerous if you don’t use it according to the safety information. For instance, if it is supposed to be used on your eyes, use it on your eyes. 1) “Eye drops are saline-containing drops used as a vector to administer medication in the eye. Depending on the condition being treated, they may contain steroids (e.g. mydriatics, dexamethasone), antihistamines, sympathomimetics, beta receptor blockers, parasympathomimetics (e.g. pilocarpine), parasympatholytics (e.g. tropicamide or atropine), prostaglandins, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or topical anesthetics. Eye drops sometimes do not have medications in them and are only lubricating and tear-replacing solutions, and they can also contain anti-redness and similar chemicals. One effect of administration of mydriatic eyedrops is intolerance to bright light. Excess and overfrequent application of eyedrops can often discourage the eyes to make tears naturally, resultin

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