Eye wash is a first aid item that is used at eyewash stations or in first aid kits. It is a cleanser for the eyes used in the event of a chemical eye injury involving acidic or alkaline substances or particles trapped in the eye. The purpose of the eyewash is to flush out harmful substance or particles before they can cause further damage or irritation.
While eye wash is meant primarily to flush out the eyes, it can also be medicated to provide pain or irritation relief, or used to remove dried mucus or discharge from the eyes.
