Why Can't I Wear Contact Lenses with Chloramphenicol?
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According to the NHS, if you usually wear contact lenses, you must not wear them while using chloramphenicol eyedrops or ointment. There are several crucial medical and practical reasons why wearing contacts during chloramphenicol treatment is strictly forbidden, as it can worsen the underlying eye condition, compromise the medication's effectiveness, and damage your lenses.
