How long do you use steroid drops after PRK?

Post LASIK patients generally take three types of drops: an antibiotic for one week, a steroid for one week, and artificial tears as needed.

How long do I have to use preservative free eye drops after PRK?

Tears: Use preservative-free (PF) artificial tears at least 6 times a day. You may use them more frequently. We recommend Refresh, Systane, of Genteal tears. After 2 weeks you can switch from the preservative free to the regularly bottled tears.

How long should you use antibiotic eye drops after LASIK?

Post-surgical Instructions The antibiotic eye drops reduce the risk of infection after surgery, and the steroidal eye drops reduce inflammation after surgery. Generally, the antibiotic eye drops should be used for about seven to ten days. The steroidal eye drops are used for one to two weeks.

How often should I use eye drops after PRK?

Dryness can persist for many months following PRK. Use Preservative-Free Artificial Tears at least 4 times a day for the first several months and more often when looking at a screen for prolonged periods.

What do steroid drops do after PRK?

Topical corticosteroid drops are routinely used after photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) to prevent the formation of corneal haze, which can lead to decreased visual acuity.

How long does corneal haze last after PRK?

The residual haze usually resolves on its own over 3 to 6 months and, using this technique, I have not had to use antimetabolites.

Is it OK to use eye drops with preservatives after PRK?

Every eye patient is different, but most patients will receive prescription eye drops to take directly before and after their LASIK surgery. After the first day, you can use preservative-free eye drops after LASIK as much as you would like. The standard recommended usage is 4 times a day.

What is prednisolone moxifloxacin?

Moxifloxacin is an antibiotic which prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. This treats your infection. Prednisolone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness, swelling and itching.

What do steroid eye drops do after PRK?

How long is PRK eye surgery recovery?

Patients will generally take about a week to heal from the basic side effects of PRK, which we will cover in brief below. Once the initial healing period is done, the patient’s vision will gradually improve over the course of the next few months.