Appropriate nursing interventions for the application of erythromycin ophthalmic ointment (Ilotycin Ophthalmic)include:

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Massaging the eyelids gently following application of erythromycin ophthalmic ointment helps to distribute the medication evenly across the conjunctival sac. Irrigation is not necessary or recommended after instillation. Using a syringe may be difficult and could cause injury to the eye. Preceding instillation with irrigation is not necessary.

Appropriate Nursing Interventions for the Application of Erythromycin Ophthalmic Ointment