This medication is for the eye. To use:

• wash your hands as well as the skin surrounding the affected eye;
• shake the container;
• gently pull down the lower lid of the affected eye;
• apply 1 drop of the medication;
• unless your condition prevents you from doing so, close the eye for at least 1 minute, while gently pressing on the inner corner of the eye, near the nose.

Continue applying the product to complete the prescribed course of treatment, even after improvement is seen or felt.

Avoid wearing contact lenses while using this product; it may irritate your eyes.

This medication is typically used only once a day. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember -- unless it is almost time for your next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose. Do not double the next dose to catch up.

Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed.

In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some side effects, notably:

• it may cause eye pain;
• it may cause crusting of the eyelids;

• it may cause eye discomfort;
• it may cause blurred vision.

Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

As with most medications, this product should be stored at room temperature. Store it in a secure location where it will not be exposed to excessive heat, moisture or direct sunlight. Once opened, the product must be used within 28 days. Any unused portion should be discarded.