How long does a parakeet live? On average, parakeets live anywhere from five to 15 years, although it is common for the pets to survive upwards of 20 years with proper care. A number of dietary factors contribute to the life expectancy of parakeets.
Medications used in the treatment of viral conjunctivitis include the following: Topical artificial tears - 4-8 times per day, for 1-3 weeks. Topical vasoconstrictor/antihistamine - 4 times per day, for severe itching. Topical steroids - For pseudomembranes and subepithelial infiltrates.
Antibiotic medicines most often in the form of eye drops work well to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. Viral conjunctivitis will go away on its own. Mild steroid eye drops may help ease discomfort. Many doctors give mild antibiotic eye drops for pink eye to prevent bacterial conjunctivitis. You can soothe the discomfort of viral or bacterial conjunctivitis by applying warm compresses (clean cloths soaked in warm water) to your closed eyes.