Tobradex eye drops: Place 1 drop in the operated eye(s) 3x daily.

Tobradex ointment: Place a small amount in the operated eye(s) at bedtime.

Note: The drops and the ointment are the same and can be used interchangeably if one is preferred over the other.

An analgesic with an anti-inflammatory (e.g. panado syrup for children under 1, lotum syrup for
children 1-12 years of age and myprodol for adults) should be taken regularly for 36 hours to
help with the healing process and then used as necessary thereafter.

Cold compresses can be used for 15min/hour for 36 hours while awake.

No swimming for 10 days.

Regular activities (if in doubt ask your doctor).

Follow up in 1 – 2 weeks.

Parents/Patient to email if the operated eye(s) gets more red or swollen or painful after 36.