Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth on Good Friday, April 14, 1865, while attending the play Our American Cousin at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C., as the American Civil War was drawing to a close.
Eye drops have preservatives in them to ensure the sealed product remains sterile until the expiry date. After opening however, the preservative can only ensure the drops are safe for the eye for a period of 28 days. After this, using the drops can cause serious damage to the eye as bacteria may have been introduced. The ingredients themselves will also not be as effective and could be dangerous. Always record the date eye drops are opened and do not use them after 28 days. Some eye drops now have longer expiry dates after opening-always check the packet.
CHLORSIG EYE OINTMENT: For adults and children (2 years and over): Apply 1.5 cm into lower eye lid of the affected eye every three hours for up to 5 days. If ointment is used together with drops for day and night coverage, 1.5 cm should be applied before bedtime, while using the drops during the day.To minimise contamination do not allow the tip to contact the surface of the eye. Chlorsig is not recommended for children under 2 years except on medical advice.n opening the drops may be stored at room temperature (below 25Â°C). Discard 4 weeks after opening. Protect from light. CHLORSIG EYE OINTMENT: Store below 25 o C. Discard 4 weeks after opening.