{"id":13546,"date":"2025-04-03T05:31:06","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T09:31:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/?p=13546"},"modified":"2025-04-03T05:31:06","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T09:31:06","slug":"understanding-eye-drop-cap-colors-meanings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/understanding-eye-drop-cap-colors-meanings\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Eye Drop Cap Colors: What Do They Mean?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW170945223 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW170945223 BCX0\">Reviewed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/eyecare\/our-vision-experts\/sonia-kelley\">Sonia Kelley, OD, MS<\/a> on January 7, 2025<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many eye conditions are treated with eye drops, including uveitis, glaucoma, eye allergies, dry eyes, and more. Because these conditions affect your eyes and vision in different ways, they require different types of medication for proper treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This makes quick identification of (and differentiation between) eye drop types especially important. And that\u2019s where eye drop cap colors come in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Follow our guide below to learn more about eye drop cap colors, what they mean, and how they can help you keep your medication organized.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13553 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-43.jpg\" alt=\"A closeup of someone applying eyedrops into their left eye\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-43.jpg 900w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-43-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-43-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-43-669x520.jpg 669w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-43-321x250.jpg 321w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131611058 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131611058 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Why Do Eye Drop Caps Have Different Colors?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eye drop caps are categorized by color for several important reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Easy to identify \u2013 <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s easier for patients to remember their medication when a color is assigned to it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Easy to describe \u2013 <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s easier for doctors to describe a medication, how to use it, and how to store it when it has a color assigned.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Easy to differentiate \u2013 <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you use two or more types of drops, it\u2019s easy to tell them apart simply by glancing down at the cap colors.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The color coding system is simple and effective at promoting medication use and preventing errors. Still, it\u2019s important to always double-check medications by reading the label and asking a health care professional if you&#8217;re unsure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW99681425 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99681425 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Common Eye Drop Cap Colors and Their Meanings<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW166544289 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166544289 BCX0\">Several <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW166544289 BCX0\">eye<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166544289 BCX0\"> drop cap colors are used to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166544289 BCX0\">identify<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166544289 BCX0\">different types<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166544289 BCX0\"> of medication. Some of the most common include:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW40829287 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40829287 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">White Cap: Non-Prescription, Generic, or Topical Anesthetic Eye Drops and Some Glaucoma Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Topical anesthetic eye drops<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2014 such as proparacaine \u2014 are coded with a white cap. Before procedures, tests, or surgery, they are used to:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Numb the eyes\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prevent discomfort<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some pharmacies&#8217; generic drops also have white caps, and many over-the-counter (OTC) eye drops have a white cap. <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">OTC white-cap eye drops<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> are often used to relieve a variety of symptoms, such as:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Itchiness<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Irritation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dryness<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Redness<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Note:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> OTC drops do not adhere to the color-coding system for prescription eye drops. Some brands may produce similar products that don\u2019t always have a white cap. OTC eye drop cap colors don\u2019t always align with the official eye drop color chart.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some glaucoma eye drops <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">can have different cap colors depending on how they work and their drug class. The following types may come in a bottle with a white cap:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dorzolamide 2%\/timolol 0.5% (Cosopt) \u2013 A combination carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and beta-blocker glaucoma drop<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Netarsudil 0.02% (Rhopressa) \u2013 A Rho kinase inhibitor glaucoma drop<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13554 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-44.jpg\" alt=\"A bottle of eyedrops with a white cap next to a pair of eyeglasses with round frames\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-44.jpg 900w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-44-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-44-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-44-669x520.jpg 669w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-44-321x250.jpg 321w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW250600610 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW250600610 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Tan Cap: Anti-Infective Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anti-infective (antimicrobial) eye drops are coded with a tan cap. They are used to prevent and treat infections, primarily due to bacteria. Tan-cap eye drops are sometimes given before, during, or after a procedure to prevent eye infection.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They may also be used to treat conditions such as:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Corneal ulcers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Secondary bacterial infections in someone with herpetic keratitis<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The anti-infective category includes eye drops such as levofloxacin, azithromycin, and moxifloxacin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13555 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-45.jpg\" alt=\"Two bottles of eye drops with tan caps, one lying on its side with the cap off\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-45.jpg 900w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-45-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-45-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-45-669x520.jpg 669w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-45-321x250.jpg 321w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW51037200 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW51037200 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Pink Cap: Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Steroidal anti-inflammatory eye drops are coded with a pink cap. They are used to reduce inflammation caused by certain eye conditions and infections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your doctor may prescribe pink-cap eye drops to relieve swelling from:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Uveitis<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Allergic conjunctivitis<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inflammatory eye conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An eye procedure<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Examples include dexamethasone sodium phosphate and prednisolone acetate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13556 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-46.jpg\" alt=\"A bottle of eyedrops with a pink cap lying on a document\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-46.jpg 900w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-46-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-46-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-46-669x520.jpg 669w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-46-321x250.jpg 321w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131817221 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131817221 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Gray Cap: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) eye drops are coded with a gray cap. They help relieve eye pain and inflammation. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gray-cap eye drops may be used to treat:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Post-surgery inflammation (such as from LASIK or cataract procedures)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Itching, pain, redness, and other issues that occur with swelling after a surgery<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eye allergies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Examples of NSAID eye drops include ketorolac and nepafenac.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW74647540 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74647540 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Olive Green Cap: Anti-Inflammatory Immunomodulator Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW109660385 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRestRefresh CommentHighlightRest SCXW109660385 BCX0\">An example of an anti-inflammatory immunomodulator eye drop is Restasis, a cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion. These <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRestRefresh CommentHighlightRest SCXW109660385 BCX0\">olive green-cap eye drops are<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightPipeRestRefresh CommentHighlightRest SCXW109660385 BCX0\"> used to increase tear production in people with chronic dry <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW109660385 BCX0\">eye<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW109660385 BCX0\">, especially when their tear production is thought to be reduced due to inflammation<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightPipeRestRefresh SCXW109660385 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW9387226 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW9387226 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Dark Green Cap: Miotic Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Miotic eye drops are used to constrict the pupil (make it smaller). They are coded with a dark green cap. A common example of miotic eye drops is a medication called pilocarpine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dark green-cap eye drops may sometimes be used to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lower eye pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reduce glare experienced after certain eye procedures<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enhance vision in people with presbyopia (blurry near vision that starts around age 40)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Miotics were more commonly used in the past to reduce <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/eyecare\/normal-eye-pressure-range\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">eye pressure<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in patients with glaucoma, but newer treatment options are now typically preferred.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW47672721 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW47672721 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Light Green or Purple Cap: Adrenergic Agonist Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Purple eye drop caps indicate adrenergic eye drops, such as brimonidine and dipivefrin HCI. Light green eye drop caps indicate adrenergic agonist combination eye drops, like brinzolamide-brimonidine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Both types of medication can be used to treat elevated eye pressure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258513135 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258513135 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Turquoise Cap: Prostaglandin Analogue Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prostaglandin analogue (PGA) eye drops are one of the primary treatments for managing open-angle glaucoma. They reduce eye pressure by increasing the eye\u2019s drainage of fluid.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">PGA eye drops are coded with a turquoise cap and are sometimes used alongside another <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/eyecare\/how-to-prevent-glaucoma\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">glaucoma<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> medication. Some examples of PGAs include travoprost, bimatoprost, and latanoprost.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW55034593 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55034593 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Dark Blue or Yellow Cap:\u202fBeta-Blocker Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A dark blue or yellow cap on a bottle of eye drops indicates beta-blockers or beta-blocker combinations. Yellow-cap eye drops contain beta blockers and dark blue-cap eye drops contain beta blockers combined with another medication. Beta-blockers reduce eye pressure by lowering the level of fluid produced by the eyes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ophthalmic medications with a dark blue or yellow eye drop cap are commonly used to treat:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Glaucoma<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ocular hypertension<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Examples of beta-blockers (yellow cap) include betaxolol and timolol. An example of a beta blocker combination (dark blue cap) is brimonidine-timolol.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW164485718 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164485718 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Orange Cap: Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are coded with an orange cap. They lower eye pressure in glaucoma patients by reducing the production of aqueous humor (fluid) in the eye. They are not commonly prescribed as a single therapy, but may be combined with other drops, particularly beta-blockers, to treat primary open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Examples of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors include dorzolamide and brinzolamide. Dorzolamide\/timolol (Cosopt) is an example of a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor eye drop combined with a beta-blocker, but it has a dark blue cap or white cap rather than an orange cap.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW192537429 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192537429 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Red Cap: Cycloplegic and Mydriatic Eye Drops<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cycloplegic and mydriatic eye drops are coded with a red cap. Mydriatics are commonly used to dilate the pupils so your doctor can get a better look at the structures in the back of your eye. Cycloplegics dilate the pupil and also relax the focusing muscles of the eye.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Red-cap eye drops are also used to relieve:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inflammation caused by uveitis<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pain caused by corneal abrasion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Examples of cycloplegic and mydriatic eye drops include atropine, cyclopentolate, tropicamide, homatropine, and scopolamine. Some research suggests that atropine may slow myopia progression in children when given in small doses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW43513643 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW43513643 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">How to Use Eye Drops Safely<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Just as you would with other medications, you should follow your doctor\u2019s instructions on how to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/how-to-put-in-eye-drops\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">put in eye drops<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Handling or storing eye drops incorrectly or administering the wrong dosage can make them less effective for your condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Follow these guidelines to ensure you use your eye drops safely:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Always wash your hands thoroughly before handling eye drops to avoid bacteria spread.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Review the instructions for use on your eye drop prescription (review the box or bottle on OTC varieties).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Never touch the tip of the bottle with your finger.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Don\u2019t touch the tip of the bottle to your eye.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wait a minimum of five minutes between administering different types of eye drops unless directed otherwise.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ask your eye doctor if it\u2019s safe to wear contact lenses while using your eye drops.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Discard expired eye drops.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have any questions about your eye drops or if you experience any unexpected or prolonged side effects, contact your eye doctor for assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13557 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-47.jpg\" alt=\"4 bottles of eye drops in a row, two with pink caps and two with white caps\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-47.jpg 900w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-47-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-47-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-47-669x520.jpg 669w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/In-content-47-321x250.jpg 321w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW235135337 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW235135337 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Understanding What Different Eye Drop Cap Colors Mean<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The ability to quickly identify your eye drops by looking at the color of the cap can help you save time and avoid medication mix-ups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While color-coded caps are very helpful, it\u2019s always a good idea to double-check the label to make sure you\u2019re using the correct eye drops.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Don\u2019t hesitate to contact your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/eyecare\/find-eye-doctor\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">eye doctor<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> if you have any questions about your eye health or medications. They\u2019ll make sure you\u2019re using your drops correctly and that the medication has the desired effect.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reviewed by Sonia Kelley, OD, MS on January 7, 2025 Many eye conditions are treated with eye drops, including uveitis, glaucoma, eye allergies, dry eyes, and more. Because these conditions affect your eyes and vision in different ways, they require different types of medication for proper treatment. 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