Apply soaks for 20 minutes, then rest at least 1 hour. Repeat as often as needed. Topical antibiotic ointments or creams, such as erythromycin or bacitracin. Apply a thin layer of medication to the lid edges 3 or 4 times daily. A heavy layer wastes medicine and is no more beneficial than a thin layer.
Antibiotic eye drops to prevent the spread of infection to other parts of the eye.
Oral antibiotics or antibiotic injections usually are not needed. If You have symptoms of a chalazion that last longer than 2 weeks. You have pain in the eye. Your vision changes. New, unexplained symptoms develop.