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Is it safe to use Lastacaft eye drops after cataract surgery?

My mother underwent cataract surgery last month. She has lastacaft eye drops that she used to use for her itching around the eyes. Is it safe to use it after the cataract surgery?

8 Answers

Lastacaft normally is ok to use after cataract surgery. Although it depends
I recommend asking her surgeon.
Your mother should speak to her cataract surgeon about any medications that she's taking and ask about contraindications.
Yes.
Yes
After a month it should be perfectly safe to use the Lastacaft.
Yes! There is no problem to resume the Lastacaft after the medicated drops are stopped.
Yes.