Before applying, make sure to wash your hands first, and to avoid any contamination, do not let the tip of the tube touch your eye or any other surface.
It is important to wash your hands before applying this medication. And if you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before using the eye ointment, Wait at least 15 minutes before replacing them.
Roll the ointment tube in your hands for a minute or two, and it will help make the ointment flow out easier. When ready, tilt your head back and look up. Pull back your lower eye lid and create what appears to be a pouch. Hold the tube directly over the eye and place Place a 1/4-inch (0.6-centimeter) strip of ointment into the pouch. Gently close your eye afterwards and roll your eyeball in various directions to help the medication spread.
Try not to blink and do not rub your eye. Do not rinse the dropper and replace the dropper cap after use.
Remove any extra solution around the eye with a tissue and then wash your hands to remove any of the medication that may be on them.
If you are using any other type of eye medications, it is best to wait at least 5 to 10 minutes before using them.