Nevanac Eye Drops 0.1% 5Ml
Nepafenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic prodrug
Nepafenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic prodrug. After topical ocular dosing, nepafenac penetrates the cornea and is converted by ocular tissue hydrolases to amfenac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Amfenac inhibits the action of prostaglandin H synthase (cyclooxygenase), an enzyme required for prostaglandin production.
Purpose
Eye Inflammation
Ingredients
Nepafenac
Warnings
An acute ocular infection may be masked by the topical use of anti-inflammatory medicines. NSAIDs do not have any antimicrobial properties. In case of ocular infection, their use with anti-infectives is advised to be undertaken with care.
Wearing contact lens is not recommended during the postoperative period following cataract surgery. Therefore, patients is advised to be advised not to wear contact lenses unless clearly indicated by their doctor.
The product is advised to not be injected. Patients is advised to be instructed not to swallow nepafenac .
Side Effects
Effects in the eye: Iris inflammation, eye pain, eye discomfort, dry eye, eyelid swelling, eye irritation, itchy eye, eye discharge, allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy), increased tear production, deposits on the eye surface, fluid or swelling at the back of the eye, eye redness. General side effects: Dizziness, headache, allergic symptoms (eyelid allergic swelling), nausea, skin inflammation, redness and itching.
Storage Instructions
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
| Brand | Alcon Pharma |
| Status | Active |