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DISPENSING OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS
a. Solutions. When dispensing an ophthalmic solution, the patient should be
informed that the tip of the dropper should not be placed against an unclean surface.
b. Ointments. When dispensing an ophthalmic ointment, the patient should be
informed that vision might be impaired for a short period after the ointment has been
placed in the eye.
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