Prescribed injections
For patients whose doctor has prescribed a specific medicine, dose and administration route.
About the service
The treatment room provides prescribed injections and other therapeutic procedures. Staff check the prescription, contraindications and observation requirements before treatment.
Who the service is for
Lacrimal duct irrigation
For patients with tearing and suspected lacrimal duct obstruction after examination by a doctor.
Meibomian gland dysfunction
For patients with confirmed meibomian gland dysfunction or selected forms of blepharitis when massage is part of the prescribed eyelid hygiene plan.
Tearing and lacrimal drainage
Lacrimal duct irrigation requires an ophthalmologist’s referral specifying the eye.
Prescribed medicines
Eye injections differ in depth and risk. Subconjunctival, parabulbar and retrobulbar injections must not be substituted for one another without a doctor’s prescription.
Corneal condition
Do not self-remove an embedded corneal object or any object protruding from the eye.
Timing of suture removal
Removing sutures before the recommended time may compromise wound stability.
Eyelid condition
Eyelid massage is not a universal treatment for a red eye and should not be performed in an acute painful condition without assessment by a doctor.
Before a repeat course
Report new medicines, reactions, operations and changes in symptoms before repeat procedures.
Results and documents
For injections, bring the doctor’s prescription stating the medicine, dose, route and frequency.
Avoid eye makeup
Before eyelid massage, it is preferable to arrive without eye makeup or contact lenses unless the doctor has instructed otherwise.
Do not change medicines yourself
Report medication allergies, anticoagulants, bleeding disorders and previous reactions to injections or anaesthetics.
Symptoms requiring urgent care
Penetrating trauma, marked visual loss, severe pain, bleeding, chemical injury or suspected intraocular foreign body requires urgent medical attention. Suspected intraocular foreign body or penetrating injury is not a routine procedure-room case and requires urgent ophthalmic surgical assessment.
Limitations and safety
Suspected intraocular foreign body or penetrating injury is not a routine procedure-room case and requires urgent ophthalmic surgical assessment.
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Stages
Stage 1
Prescription check
Content and duration depend on the specific procedure.
Stage 2
Preparation and asepsis
Content and duration depend on the specific procedure.
Stage 3
Procedure
Content and duration depend on the specific procedure.
Stage 4
Postprocedure review
Content and duration depend on the specific procedure.
Stage 5
Aftercare advice
Content and duration depend on the specific procedure.
Service benefits
Delivery of prescribed procedures
Procedures follow the doctor's prescription, considering the medication, dose and necessary restrictions.
An appropriate administration route
When prescribing injections, the doctor selects the medication administration route according to the treatment goal.
Therapeutic eyelid care
When indicated, eyelid margin and meibomian gland procedures complement treatment of their dysfunction.
Monitoring tolerance
Monitoring the response to a procedure helps ensure unwanted symptoms are reported promptly and subsequent prescriptions clarified.
Methods comparison · 1
Procedure
Eyelid massage
Intramuscular injection
Intravenous injection
Subconjunctival injection
Main purpose
Support meibomian gland expression
Systemic administration of prescribed drug
Systemic venous administration
Local drug delivery beneath conjunctiva
Performed by
Trained staff/clinician per protocol
Medical professional
Medical professional
Ophthalmologist
Anesthesia
Usually none
No separate anesthesia
No separate anesthesia
Local anaesthesia according to protocol
Invasiveness
External contact
Invasive
Invasive
Ophthalmic invasive
Key limitation
Not universal for all inflammation
Requires order and drug safety assessment
Drug and venous-access risks apply
Not interchangeable with other routes
Price
from 1 000 ₸
from 700 ₸
from 700 ₸
from 2 600 ₸
Billing unit
per eye
Confirm when booking
per service
per service
Eyelid massage
Main purpose
Performed by
Anesthesia
Invasiveness
Key limitation
Price
Billing unit
Support meibomian gland expression
Trained staff/clinician per protocol
Usually none
External contact
Not universal for all inflammation
from 1 000 ₸
per eye
Systemic administration of prescribed drug
Medical professional
No separate anesthesia
Invasive
Requires order and drug safety assessment
from 700 ₸
Confirm when booking
Systemic venous administration
Medical professional
No separate anesthesia
Invasive
Drug and venous-access risks apply
from 700 ₸
per service
Local drug delivery beneath conjunctiva
Ophthalmologist
Local anaesthesia according to protocol
Ophthalmic invasive
Not interchangeable with other routes
from 2 600 ₸
per service
Methods comparison · 1 (continued)
Procedure
Parabulbar injection
Retrobulbar injection
Lacrimal duct irrigation
Main purpose
Drug delivery to tissues adjacent to globe
Drug delivery to retrobulbar space
Assess patency and irrigate the nasolacrimal duct
Performed by
Ophthalmologist
Ophthalmologist
Trained medical staff
Anesthesia
Per protocol
Per protocol
Local anaesthesia if needed
Invasiveness
Deeper invasive
Deep invasive
Contact procedure
Key limitation
Requires skill and risk assessment
Rare serious complications; strict indications
Price
from 3 200 ₸
from 1 300 ₸
from 3 900 ₸
Billing unit
per eye
per service
per eye
Parabulbar injection
Main purpose
Performed by
Anesthesia
Invasiveness
Key limitation
Price
Billing unit
Drug delivery to tissues adjacent to globe
Ophthalmologist
Per protocol
Deeper invasive
Requires skill and risk assessment
from 3 200 ₸
per eye
Drug delivery to retrobulbar space
Ophthalmologist
Per protocol
Deep invasive
Rare serious complications; strict indications
from 1 300 ₸
per service
Assess patency and irrigate the nasolacrimal duct
Trained medical staff
Local anaesthesia if needed
Contact procedure
from 3 900 ₸
per eye
Methods comparison · 2
Scenario
Metal debris after tool work
Foreign-body sensation without high-velocity trauma
Postoperative suture irritates eye
Blepharitis with MGD
Ocular injection prescribed
Preferred pathway
Urgent exam; exclude penetration/intraocular body
Ocular-surface exam and removal if indicated
Surgeon/ophthalmologist review and timing decision
Lid hygiene, warm compress and massage per plan
Verify order, medicine, dose, side and contraindications
Why it matters
Do not self-remove
Depends on depth
Do not remove solely for discomfort
Avoid acute painful use without review
Do not change route yourself
Metal debris after tool work
Preferred pathway
Why it matters
Urgent exam; exclude penetration/intraocular body
Do not self-remove
Ocular-surface exam and removal if indicated
Depends on depth
Surgeon/ophthalmologist review and timing decision
Do not remove solely for discomfort
Lid hygiene, warm compress and massage per plan
Avoid acute painful use without review
Verify order, medicine, dose, side and contraindications
Do not change route yourself
Book an appointment
For trauma or a new problem, choose an ophthalmic examination first rather than self-selecting a procedure. Confirm current availability in Almaty, Astana and Shymkent when booking.
Procedure prices
Service name
Price
Eyelid massage (per eye)
from 1 000 ₸
Intramuscular injection
from 700 ₸
Intravenous injection (per service)
from 700 ₸
Intravenous infusion (per service)
from 1 600 ₸
Subconjunctival injection (per service)
from 2 600 ₸
Parabulbar injection (per eye)
from 3 200 ₸
Retrobulbar injection (per service)
from 1 300 ₸
Our doctors
A team of experienced doctors across specialties.
Experience: 18 years
Consultant Physician
Tasboltaev Beknur Rakhimberdievich
KazRIED Procedure Room
The procedure room at the Kazakh Research Institute of Eye Diseases provides outpatient ophthalmic procedures following an examination or as prescribed by a clinician:
- nasolacrimal duct irrigation;
- ocular and systemic injections;
- eyelid massage.
What determines the safety of a procedure?
The safety of each procedure depends on the diagnosis, the depth of the intervention, and the condition of the eye. The service therefore extends beyond routine injection administration.
How is the need for a procedure determined?
The main purpose of the KazRIED procedure room is to safely perform a specific ophthalmic procedure within an established diagnosis and treatment plan.
Before an intervention, the patient’s needs are assessed to determine whether the procedure is appropriate or whether a comprehensive clinical examination, additional diagnostic testing, or surgical care is required.
When to book a consultation instead of a procedure
The KazRIED procedure room is intended for specific ophthalmic procedures performed when clinically indicated.
If the patient is unsure which procedure is needed, the safer option is to book a consultation with an ophthalmologist. The clinician will establish the diagnosis, rule out conditions requiring urgent or surgical treatment, and prescribe an appropriate procedure.
Facts and offers
Kazakhstan’s first specialized ophthalmology institute, operating since 1933.
Modern diagnostics and surgery using world-class equipment.
Leading ophthalmologists in Kazakhstan, scientists and experienced surgeons.
More than 30,000 operations and around 270,000 consultations annually.
Kazakhstan’s first specialized ophthalmology institute, operating since 1933.
Modern diagnostics and surgery using world-class equipment.
Leading ophthalmologists in Kazakhstan, scientists and experienced surgeons.
More than 30,000 operations and around 270,000 consultations annually.
Kazakhstan’s first specialized ophthalmology institute, operating since 1933.
Modern diagnostics and surgery using world-class equipment.
Leading ophthalmologists in Kazakhstan, scientists and experienced surgeons.
More than 30,000 operations and around 270,000 consultations annually.
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Frequently asked questions
What procedures are performed in an ophthalmic procedure room?
Outpatient ophthalmic procedures may include removal of superficial corneal or conjunctival foreign bodies, prescribed injections, ocular suture removal and eyelid massage. The specific procedure is determined by the physician.
Can I come only to have a speck removed from my eye?
An ophthalmic examination is required first. The clinician determines the location and depth of the foreign body and excludes penetrating injury before selecting a safe removal technique.
How is a superficial foreign body different from an intraocular foreign body?
A superficial foreign body is located on the conjunctiva or in the cornea and can often be managed as an outpatient procedure. An intraocular foreign body has entered the globe and requires urgent specialist assessment and sometimes surgery.
Can I remove metal debris from the cornea myself?
No. Metal may be embedded more deeply, leave a rust ring or be associated with penetrating injury. Attempting removal yourself can cause additional damage or infection.
Is anaesthesia used for foreign-body removal?
Topical anaesthetic drops are commonly used for corneal procedures. The method of anaesthesia depends on the location and depth of the foreign body.
What should I do if an object is sticking out of the eye?
Do not try to remove it and do not press on the eye. Protect the injured eye without applying pressure and seek urgent ophthalmic care as soon as possible.
Which types of injections may be performed in the procedure room?
Depending on the medical prescription, procedures may include intramuscular, intravenous, subconjunctival, parabulbar and retrobulbar injections, as well as intravenous infusions. The route is selected according to the clinical indication.
How is a subconjunctival injection different from an intramuscular injection?
A subconjunctival injection places medication beneath the conjunctiva, while an intramuscular injection delivers medicine into muscle for systemic administration. Their techniques and purposes differ.
What is a parabulbar injection?
It is the administration of medication into tissues adjacent to the eyeball. A parabulbar injection is performed when prescribed by an ophthalmologist and requires a specific technique.
What is a retrobulbar injection?
It is an injection into the space behind the eyeball. Because of the proximity of the globe, blood vessels and optic nerve, it is performed only for appropriate medical indications by a trained clinician.