FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Flying following Lasik?
View Single Post
Old Jan 29, 2008 | 8:38 pm
  #15  
19103_aa
 
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 4,531
Originally Posted by anon7
The Refresh ones are okay, but my doc specifically recommended another brand because he knows I'm on planes a lot this time of year. I've flown several times now with the TheraTears brand single use preservative drops. Inside the box, the drops are in foil packs (4 per pack). I fly with one pack opened, and all the other packs sealed. I've never been questioned about it at all.
By the way, my Lasik was three months ago and the first flight was within a month of the procedure.
All very sound advice in the thread. I use refresh plus at home, but I'll echo that I use TheraTears for anticipated dehydration/dryness. They are terrific. Try and reduce booze/caffeine and boost water. It really does help. Also, be sure and carry your sunglasses as your eyes will be sensitive and it's just safer this way. Above all eye drops in your pocket. Do not give the TSA any possibility of taking your eye drops.

If you are on prednisone or antibiotic drops, ask your doctor for an additional sample bottle of each. This way you are sure to have a spare in any emergency. Enjoy your new vision!
19103_aa is offline