More Information About - Neparact TS 3ml Eye Drops - 300 mg/100 ml
Description
Generic Name
Nepafenac Eye prep
Precaution
Nepafenac should be used with caution in patients with known bleeding tendencies or who are receiving medications which may prolong bleeding time.
Lactation: use caution
Indication
Occular pain and inflammation, Cystoid macular edema
Contra Indication
Contraindicated in patients with previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the formulation or to other NSAIDs.
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
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory prodrug, converted to amfenac which putatively inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis.
Interaction
Topical NSAIDs & corticosteroids. May increase the risk of haemorrhage w/ drugs that prolong bleeding time.
Pregnancy Category Note
N/A
Adult Dose
Ophthalmic
Prevention & treatment of post-op pain & inflammation
0.1%: Instill 1 drop 3 times daily 1 day prior to cataract surgery and continued on the day of surgery and through the first 2 weeks of the post-operative period.
0.3%: 1 drop once daily beginning 1 day before cataract surgery, on day of surgery, and continue through the first 2 weeks postoperatively; an additional drop should be administered 30-120 minutes before surgery
Prevention of post-operative macular oedema in diabetic patients
0.1%: Instill 1 drop 3 times daily 1 day before surgery and continued on the day of surgery and through the first 6 weeks of the post-operative period.
Child Dose
<10 years old: Safety and efficacy not established
Renal Dose
N/A
Administration
N/A
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