Diflupred0.05gm/100ml
Ophthalmic Emulsion
General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Diflupred may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developi... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Diflupred is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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| Driving | UNSAFE Diflupred may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Diflupred belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the treatment of post-operative eye pain and inflammation. It is also used to r... View More
Uses of Diflupred
- Post-operative eye pain and inflammation
Side effects of Diflupred
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation
- Watery eyes
How to use Diflupred
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the ... View More
How Diflupred works
Diflupred is a topical steroid (an anti-inflammatory medicine). It works by stopping the release of certain natural substances in the eye that are respo... View More
- Your doctor has prescribed Diflupred to treat inflammation and pain associated with eye surgery.
- Do not use Diflupred for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- 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.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Indication
Ocular inflammation and pain
Adult Dose
Ocular Inflammation & Pain Initate 24 hours postop: Instill one drop into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye 4 times daily beginning 24 hours aft... View More
Contraindication
Contraindicated in most active viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva including epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis), vaccini... View More
Mode of Action
It exhibits anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects by inhibiting the release of various cytokines.
Precaution
Prolonged use of corticosteroids may result in glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve, defects in visual acuity and fields of vision. Steroids should b... View More
Side Effect
Increased IOP,Anterior chamber inflammation,Corneal edema,Conjunctival edema,Blepharitis,Cataract,Optic nerve damage,Abnormal healing (after surgery),Lo... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: It is not known whether topical administration of corticosteroids could result in sufficient systemic absorption to ... View More
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