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How Can Accidental Contact Of Vicks With The Eye Be Treated?

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Posted on Fri, 13 Jan 2017
Question: I was rubbing Vicks and she got some in her eye. I tried my best to wash it out while she screamed loudly. Will she be alright?

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Answered by Dr. Geeta Sundar (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Human eye has a protective mechanism in the form of tears and a chemical

Detailed Answer:
Hi welcome to HCM,
Human eye has a protective mechanism in the form of tears and a chemical called Lysosome. This should take care of the problem.

If redness persists, instill drops containing antibiotic plus steroid 3 times a day for 3 days. It will be OK.

You can revert back. Regards
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How Can Accidental Contact Of Vicks With The Eye Be Treated?

Brief Answer: Human eye has a protective mechanism in the form of tears and a chemical Detailed Answer: Hi welcome to HCM, Human eye has a protective mechanism in the form of tears and a chemical called Lysosome. This should take care of the problem. If redness persists, instill drops containing antibiotic plus steroid 3 times a day for 3 days. It will be OK. You can revert back. Regards