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How to Use

To use the eye drops :

• First, wash your hands. Tilt the head back and, pressing your finger gently on the skin just beneath the lower eyelid, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to make a space. Drop the drug into this space. Let go of the eyelid and gently close the eyes. Do not blink. Keep the eyes closed for 1 or 2 minutes to allow the drug to be absorbed by the eye.
• If you think you did not get the drop of drug into your eye properly, use another drop.
• To keep the drug as germ-free as possible, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface - including the eye. Always keep the container tightly closed.

Use cromolyn eye drops only as directed . Do not use more of this drug and do not use it more often than your family doctor ordered. To do so may increase the risk of side effects.

In order for this drug to work properly, it must be using every day in regularly spaced doses as ordered by your family doctor . A few days may pass before you begin to feel better. However, in some conditions, it may take few weeks before you begin to feel better.

Dosage

• For ophthalmic solution - eye drops dosage form:
  • For eye allergies:
    • Adults and children 4 years of age and older Use one drop four to six times a day in regularly spaced doses.
    • Children up to 4 years of age Use and dose must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, use it as soon as possible. Then go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage To store this drug:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the drug from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.