What are the functions of the drops I have been prescribed?
There are many drops used in the treatment of iritis. The two main kinds of drops used in iritis are • Steroid drops • Dilating drops Steroid drops Steroid drops (also known as corticosteroid drops) are used to decrease inflammation, which is the cause of pain and redness of the eye. Steroid drops come in different varieties and strengths, and may be taken as often as every half an hour or as infrequently as twice a week. For most attacks of iritis your ophthalmologist will advise steroid drops every two hours or so for the first few days.
