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Optifen
Globe Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Generic: Bromfenac Sodium eye prep
Safety Advices
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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Optifen 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optifen is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Optifen may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Medicine Overview of Optifen 0.09% Eye Drop
Introduction
Optifen is a pain relieving medicine. It is used for treatment of postoperative eye pain and inflammation in patients who have undergone cataract surgery. Always wash your hands before using Optifen. 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,...
... Show moreUses of Optifen
- Eye pain
Side effects of Optifen
Common
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation
How to use Optifen
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 dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Optifen works
Optifen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by stopping the release of certain natural substances in the eye that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Quick Tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Optifen 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.
Brief Description
Indication
Postoperative ocular inflammation, Ocular pain
Adult Dose
Ophthalmic
Postoperative ocular inflammation
Adult: As 0.07% or 0.09% soln: Instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) once daily, starting 1 day before, and continuing until 14 days after cataract surgery. Alternatively (as 0.09% soln), 1 drop bid, beginning 24 hr after cataract surgery and continuing through the 1st 14 days of post-op period.
Contraindication
Bromfenac ophthalmic solution is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any ingredients of the formulation.
Mode of Action
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent; inhibits COX-1 and COX-2, which results in decreased formation of prostaglandin precursors
Precaution
Bromfenac ophthalmic solution should be used with caution in patients with known bleeding tendencies or who are receiving other medications which may prolong bleeding time.
Patients with evidence of corneal epithelial breakdown should immediately discontinue use of topical NSAIDs and should be closely monitored for corneal health.
Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Side Effect
Abnormal sensation in eye, conjunctival hyperemia, eye irritation (including burning/stinging), eye pain, eye pruritus, eye redness, headache and iritis.
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C; D in 3rd trimester
Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Interaction
Increased potential for healing problems w/ concomitant ophth corticosteroids.
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