Mylanta. Tums. This medication is used to treat the symptoms of too much stomach acid such as stomach upset, heartburn, and acid indigestion. Aluminum and magnesium antacids work quickly to lower the acid in the stomach.
Instructions. Contact your doctor. He can help you determine the cause of your infection, as well as the best course of treatment, which can vary depending on the cause of pink eye. Rinse the infected eye with saline solution. A saline rinse can help loosen any particles in the eye that may be causing the irritation. Place a compress on the infected eye.
Pink Eye Basics. 1  1. Determine which kind of pink eye you have. Conjunctivitis can occur due to viruses, bacteria, and allergies. 2  2. Know when to call the doctor. It never hurts to call the doctor when you have pink eye, since your doctor will have good recommendations for what to do.