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Rx
Dosage form:
Eye Drop
Pack size:
5ml Drop

৳ 225/unit

Pack: ৳ 225

At a glance

Nepafenac Eye prep — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Nepafenac Eye prep is a pain relieving medicine. It is used for treatment of pain and inflammation associated with cataract surgery. Always wash your hands before using Nepafenac Eye prep. Use only the number of drops that your doctor has prescribed and wait for about five minutes between each drop. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using the drops and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back in. You should not touch the tip of the dropper or bottle. This may lead to infection. Use of the medicine may cause eye irritation, burning sensation, blurred vision, and watery or dry eyes. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking. You should also tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult with their doctors before using the medicine. Nepafenac Eye prep is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) in the eye.

Indications

• Post-operative eye pain and inflammation

Mechanism of action

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory prodrug, converted to amfenac which putatively inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Ophthalmic Prevention & treatment of post-op pain & inflammation 0.1%: Instill 1 drop 3 times daily 1 day prior to cataract surgery and continued on the day of surgery and through the first 2 weeks of the post-operative period. 0.3%: 1 drop once daily beginning 1 day before cataract surgery, on day of surgery, and continue through the first 2 weeks postoperatively; an additional drop should be administered 30-120 minutes before surgery Prevention of post-operative macular oedema in diabetic patients 0.1%: Instill 1 drop 3 times daily 1 day before surgery and continued on the day of surgery and through the first 6 weeks of the post-operative period. Child Dose: <10 years old: Safety and efficacy not established

Side effects

Common: • Application site irritation

Precautions & warnings

[UNSAFE] Nepafenac Eye prep may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. Your doctor has prescribed Nepafenac Eye prep for the relief of post-operative eye pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop. Usually, a 4 to 6-week course may be necessary. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer. Notify your doctor if you are on blood thinners or have bleeding problems. Use the eye drops within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the formulation or to other NSAIDs.

Drug interactions

Topical NSAIDs & corticosteroids. May increase the risk of haemorrhage w/ drugs that prolong bleeding time.

Food interactions

No interaction found/established

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Nepafenac Eye prep may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Use in lactation

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Information regarding the use of Nepafenac Eye prep during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Renal / hepatic impairment

No interaction found/established No interaction found/established

Common questions

I had inflammation of conjunctiva so I was advised to use FLOSOFT eye drop. Now alternative to FLOSOFT what other eye drop can be used?????? alternative to flosoft would be FML T both Flosoft and FML T have steroid. Make sure you are using it for the right disease. Repeated b/L eye inflammation ,redness and raw mess May be continued using of contact lenses How to get rid of the infection Stop using contact lenses. Use refresh tears eye drop. If not relieved better get examined Swelling on right eye since morning. Eye drop zymer 2 drop both eye three time ( every 8 hour ) for 2-3 days In new born babys (11 days)left side eye tears and waste products r coming is there any problm Ur baby might have eye infection. You can try eye drop tobramycin 1 drop in affected eye 4 times a day for two days. Eye pain and headache and water from eye more and more sleepness Use eye drop refresh tears 4 times. get ur vision and refraction also Eye pain and irritation and redness in Eyes Use eye drop refresh tears 3 times. . If not improving visit My Eyes Are Getting Dry Very Fast While I Am Working Late In Front Of My Computer. I Had Lasik Surgery A Year Back. Can You Refer Me Some Good Eye Drops Eye drop optive three times The power of my eyes are in report. I checked up my eyes before 15 - 16 months. now suddenly water used to come from eyes. what should I do? use refresh tears eye drop

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.