If you accidentally miss a dosage of your prescription postoperative eye drops, it’s essential to stay calm and composed. Here are the steps you need to take.
What Should I Do If I Accidentally Miss an Eye Drop Dose Post-Surgery?
Stay Calm
Failure to administer even a single dosage of eye drops is unlikely to have a major effect on your recovery, especially if it is a one-off situation. Maintain your calmness and remind yourself that missing a single dose should not be a major concern.
Verify the Timing
Calculate the time that has lapsed since you failed to take the prescribed dose. If your next scheduled dosage is approaching, you can simply wait until then and resume your normal dosing regimen.
Administer the Missed Dose
If you realise you have missed a dose and it is not close to the time for your next dose, administer it as soon as you realise. Follow the same protocol for routine administration, ensuring proper hygiene and approach.
Avoid Overdosing
Do not attempt to increase the dosage of eye drops by administering an extra dose in order to compensate up for the missed one. This can lead to an overdose, discomfort, or other adverse effects.
Follow the Original Schedule
After administering the missed dosage, continue with the dosing regimen recommended by your healthcare professional. It is important that you consult your doctor before modifying the frequency or dose of eye drops.
Notify Your Healthcare Provider
If you are concerned about missing a dosage or experiencing any unusual symptoms or effects, you should contact your ophthalmologist or eye care provider for assistance. They can provide assurance and assistance that is suited to your personal needs.
A constant medication routine is essential for achieving the best potential recovery and ensuring the procedure’s effectiveness. However, dosages are occasionally missed unintentionally, and the key is to address them softly and responsibly. If you have trouble remembering your eyedrop schedule, consider setting reminders on your mobile device or implementing other strategies to maintain adherence to your medication plan.
Manu Mathew is a specialist in cornea and glaucoma surgery, with a special interest in oculoplastic surgery, strabismus and medical retina.
