(Eye irritation caused by shampoo, soap, cosmetics or the like usually subsides on its own after a few hours and requires no further action other than a short rinse with water)
Immediate and extensive rinsing of the eye with lukewarm tap water, keeping the eyelids open yourself or by another person.
> Call an ophthalmologist immediately or go directly to an eye clinic
If possible, come accompanied by an adult and take the cleaner/chemicals or a photo of the label with you.
Anesthetic eye drops are used to simplify further irrigation, the pH value at the surface of the eye is measured and the extent of the damage is assessed.
Eye ointment containing antibiotics, eye drops that dilate the pupils and cortisone are used to reduce irritation. Close ophthalmological check-ups are necessary depending on the extent of the damage.
Follow-up checks are carried out depending on the extent of the damage.
