Can you wear contacts while using the erythromycin ointmet?

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26 Oct 2011

No. I assume you mean you are using the ointment in the eye. The petroleum jelly in the ointment will ruin your contact lenses. Please ask your ophthalmologist or eye care provider when you may resume wearing your contacts.

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