eye-drops

Liquid for eyes

Eye-drops are liquid medication applied directly to the eyes, typically from a small squeeze bottle that dispenses one drop at a time.

They treat conditions like dryness, allergies, infections, or glaucoma.

Also spelled as one word: eyedrops.

medication

prescription

Medical dispensing authorization

antibioticBacteria-killing medication
sterileFree from microorganisms
ophthalmicRelating to eyes

pharmacy · pharmacist · dosage · instillation · medicated · antihistamine · anti-inflammatory · corticosteroid · solution · vial

relief

soothe

Gently ease discomfort

lubricateApply oil to reduce friction
moisturizeAdd suppleness to skin
refreshRestore energy or newness

hydrate · comfort · alleviate · cool · ease · rewet · rehydrate · cleanse · flush · rinse

conditions

glaucoma

Pressure damages optic nerve

conjunctivitisInflammation of eye lining
cataractsSteep falls or eye opacity
allergiesAdverse immune responses

redness · irritation · infection · inflammation · itchiness · burning · stinging · blepharitis · keratitis · uveitis

application

instill

Impart gradually over time

administerManage or dispense
squeezeFirm bilateral compression
tiltAngular deviation from level

blink · absorb · dilate · constrict · drip · dose · apply · single-use · bedtime

anatomy

cornea

Eye's clear outer dome

pupilLearner or eye opening
irisEye's pigmented disc
retinaLight-sensing tissue layer

sclera · conjunctiva · lens · eyelid · macula · vitreous · lacrimal · eyelash · socket

Opposites

medication form/delivery method

eye-dropseye ointment

Medicated cream for peepers

eye cream · oral medication · eye patch

Family

eye, eyes, eyed, eyeing, eyeless, eyelet, eyelets, drop, drops

Familiarity: Top 200,000
Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G