Can I Put Too Much Eyedrops in My Eye? Understanding the Risks of Overuse
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Over 99% of the liquid from an eye drop is washed away from the eye's surface almost immediately, meaning adding more than one drop per dose is wasteful. Despite this quick exit, you **can I put too much eyedrops in my eye** by overusing them frequently, leading to a variety of adverse effects that may paradoxically worsen your symptoms. The harm comes not from the volume but from the frequency, with consequences ranging from irritation to a potentially dangerous rebound effect.
