Kan. Admin. Regs. § 28-4-73

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 24, June 13, 2024

Section 28-4-73 - Treatment of eyes of newborn

(a) The prophylactic approved for instillation into the eyes of newly born infants shall be one of the following:

(1) One percent (1%) aqueous solution of silver nitrate,

(2) An ophthalmic ointment containing one percent (1%) tetracycline, or

(3) An ophthalmic ointment containing five-tenths percent (.5%) erythromycin.

(b) These prophylactic agents shall be distributed in single use containers which bear clearly the name and percentage strength and an expiration date beyond which the product shall not be used.

Kan. Admin. Regs. § 28-4-73

Authorized by K.S.A 65-153b, 65-153d; effective Jan. 1, 1966; amended, E-81-39, Dec. 10, 1980; amended May 1, 1981.