Do Eye Drops Hurt?

Some eye drops will make your eyes burn or sting when you first put them in. That's usually not a concern. However, if the discomfort doesn't go away in 10 to 15 minutes or if it keeps getting worse, you should call your doctor.

Should you blink after eye drops?

Once the drop is on the eye, do not blink your eye or move it around to spread the drop. Instead, gently close your eyes just once, place the pad of your most sensitive finger at the inside corner of the eyelid by the nose and press gently. Leave the eyelids closed and the finger pressing gently for 2 full minutes.

Why do eye drops hurt?

Artificial Tears-Lubricating Eye Drops

Artificial tears are available with or without preservatives. If the drops burn or sting when you put them in your eyes, you are either not using them often enough or your eyes may be sensitive to the drops.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.