What action should be taken when a medication is to be administered in the eye?

When administering a medication specifically intended for ophthalmic use, it is crucial to apply it directly to the affected eye only. This targeted approach ensures that the medication is delivered precisely where it is needed, enhancing its effectiveness in treating conditions such as infections, inflammation, or dryness. Administering the medication to just the affected eye minimizes potential side effects and prevents unnecessary exposure to the other eye, which may not require treatment.

Using the eye medication on both eyes, applying it to the skin, or ingesting it orally does not follow the correct protocol for ocular medications, as these options do not provide the necessary localized treatment and can result in reduced efficacy or unintended consequences.