After cataract surgery, you may be prescribed eye drops as part of your aftercare to prevent infection, reduce inflammation, and relieve dryness. These are usually started the morning after surgery.
Most patients use their prescribed eye drops for around four weeks, or until the course is finished. Your hospital or clinic will normally provide enough drops for this period. If you run out early, your GP can arrange a repeat prescription.
Dry or gritty eyes are common after cataract surgery. The drops help keep the eye lubricated and comfortable while it heals. If you already use artificial tear drops for dry eyes, you can continue using them – just leave at least five minutes between different eye drops. The order doesn’t matter.
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