It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Nepafenac Opthalmic before taking it.
What is Nepafenac Opthalmic
Nepafenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It reduces pain and inflammation in the eyes. Nepafenac Opthalmic (for the eyes) is used to reduce pain and swelling after cataract surgery. Nepafenac Opthalmic may also be used for other purposes not listed in Nepafenac Opthalmic guide.
Nepafenac Opthalmic side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have:
vision problems;
crusting or drainage of your eyes;
swollen eyelids; or
severe eye pain.
Other common side effects may be more likely to occur :
dry or sticky feeling in the eye;
feeling like something is in your eye;
eye redness;
itching or watering of the eye;
increased sensitivity to light;
headache;
nausea, vomiting; or
stuffy nose.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
Nepafenac Opthalmic dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Postoperative Ocular Inflammation:
O.1% ophthalmic suspension: 1 drop instilled in the affected eye three times a day beginning 1 day prior to surgery, on the day of surgery, and for 14 days following surgery. 0.3% ophthalmic suspension: 1 drop instilled in the affected eye(s) once daily beginning 1 day prior to surgery, on the day of surgery, and for 14 days following surgery. An additional drop should be administered 30 to 120 minutes prior to surgery.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Postoperative Ocular Inflammation:
Pediatric patients greater than or equal to 10 years or age: O.1% ophthalmic suspension: 1 drop instilled in the affected eye(s) three times a day beginning 1 day prior to surgery, on the day of surgery, and for 14 days following surgery. 0.3% ophthalmic suspension: 1 drop instilled in the affected eye(s) once daily beginning 1 day prior to surgery, on the day of surgery, and for 14 days following surgery. An additional drop should be administered 30 to 120 minutes prior to surgery.
Prices of the drug can vary in different shops. There will be a variation in price from pharmacy to an online shop. Most online shops will have a little lower price when compared to pharmacy stores, so you need to cross check before buying. Just go to a nearest pharmacy store and check for prices before you decide on buying. You should also be checking and comparing prices among various online stores and should be choosing the affordable and best store. The prices also vary based on brands, and you should note few stores sell specific brands, and you should learn to compare prices of same brand in different stores. Below are the prices of Nepafenac Opthalmic medicine in some well-known online stores.
Strength
Quantity
Price, USD
Country
BBG Fulfillment Ltd
0 .1%
1 x5ml
$29.00
Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
0 .1%
3 x5ml
$74.00
Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
BBG Fulfillment Ltd
0 .1%
1 x5ml
$30.00
Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
0 .1%
3 x5ml
$75.00
Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
Select the most affordable brand or generic drug
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
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Can Nepafenac Opthalmic be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Nepafenac Opthalmic?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Do not use this medication while wearing contact lenses. Nepafenac Opthalmic may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medicine before putting in your contact lenses.
Do not use Nepafenac Opthalmic for longer than 14 days after your surgery unless your doctor tells you to.
Wash your hands before using the eye drops.
Shake the eye drops well just before you use them.
To apply the eye drops:
Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.
Close your eye and gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct.
Use only the number of drops your doctor has prescribed. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between drops.
Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
Keep using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed, including drops to treat glaucoma. Use only the eye medications your doctor has prescribed.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Who should not take Nepafenac Opthalmic?
You should not use Nepafenac Opthalmic if you are allergic to it.
To make sure Nepafenac Opthalmic is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
diabetes;
dry eye syndrome;
an allergy to any other eye drops;
arthritis; or
a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder, such as hemophilia.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Nepafenac Opthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether Nepafenac Opthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
What other drugs will affect Nepafenac Opthalmic?
Tell your doctor about all medicines you use, and those you start or stop using during your treatment with Nepafenac Opthalmic, especially other steroid eye drops.
It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on nepafenac used in the eyes. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Can Nepafenac Opthalmic be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Nepafenac Opthalmic be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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