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
Indication
Postoperative ocular inflammation, Ocular pain
Contra Indication
Bromfenac ophthalmic solution is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any ingredients of the formulation.
Dose
N/A
Side Effect
Abnormal sensation in eye, conjunctival hyperemia, eye irritation (including burning/stinging), eye pain, eye pruritus, eye redness, headache and iritis.
Pregnancy Category
Name :
C
Description
Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
Mode of Action
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent; inhibits COX-1 and COX-2, which results in decreased formation of prostaglandin precursors
Interaction
Increased potential for healing problems w/ concomitant ophth corticosteroids.
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C; D in 3rd trimester
Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
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.
Child Dose
N/A
Renal Dose
N/A
Administration
N/A
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