The eye drops you have been given are likely to be Predsol eye drops. This is a very weak solution of a steroid called prednisolone.

One of the chemotherapy drugs you are having, cytarabine, can cause problems when it is given in the large doses which are often needed to treat AML. Some of the chemotherapy ends up in your tears and this can irritate the delicate tissues around the eye and make them red, swollen and sore. This is called 'chemical conjunctivitis' as it looks very much like some sorts of eye infection. The steroid in the eye drops settles down any of this inflammation and the liquid keeps the eye moist and comfortable. The drops should be put into both eyes frequently [roughly every 2 - 4 hours] during the chemotherapy course and this should be continued for at least 5 days afterwards. Your doctors and nurses will explain this in more detail.

If you do develop any soreness in your eyes or changes in your vision during this chemotherapy course, it is important to let your specialist know, as it may need to be investigated further.