colírio
1. a liquid medication administered in small quantities into the eye using a dropper bottle, used to treat various eye conditions or provide relief
The doctor prescribed eye drops to treat my dry eyes.
O médico prescreveu colírio para tratar meus olhos secos.
2. a pharmaceutical preparation specifically formulated for ophthalmic use
Apply the eye drops three times daily as directed.
Aplique o colírio três vezes ao dia conforme indicado.
In Brazil, 'colírio' is the standard medical and pharmaceutical term universally understood. Common OTC eye drops are widely available in pharmacies without prescription for minor conditions like dryness and allergies. Eye care products are heavily marketed in Brazil due to the sunny climate and environmental factors affecting eye health.
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