David presents to the clinic with symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis. He is prescribed cromolyn sodium (Opticrom) eye drops. The education regarding using cromolyn eye drops includes:

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Cromolyn eye drops can interact with soft contact lenses and may cause irritation or damage to the lenses, so patients should be advised to remove their lenses before using the drops. Hard contacts can be reinserted 15 minutes after the administration of the eye drops.

Answer: B
 Cromolyn eye drops should be instilled several times a day (typically four times) to achieve optimal results in preventing allergy symptoms.

Answer: C
 Long-term use of cromolyn eye drops has not been associated with an increased risk of glaucoma, unlike other types of eye drops such as corticosteroids.

Answer: D
 Bradycardia (slow heart rate) is not a known adverse effect associated with the use of cromolyn eye drops. The most common side effects include stinging or burning in the eyes, itching, redness, and watery eyes.

David Presents to the Clinic with Symptoms of Allergic Conjunctivitis