Nevanac Eye Drop (Nepafenac)

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Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml belongs to a group of medicines known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), mainly suggested to relieve eye irritation, pain, and redness after a cataract eye surgery. Read more

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Uses of Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml

Eye pain and inflammation after cataract surgery

Medicinal Benefits

Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml comes into the category of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to prevent and relieve the pain and inflammation after eye surgery (cataract). It is also used to reduce the risk of macular oedema after cataract eye surgery. Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml consists of Nepafenac. Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml block the action of prostaglandin H synthase (cyclooxygenase), which is an enzyme required for prostaglandin. These prostaglandins are responsible for causing pain, redness, inflammation in the eyes, so blocking prostaglandins provides relief in these conditions.            
 

Directions for Use

Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml. Lie down and tilt your head backward. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instill the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml

  • Blurred vision
  • Change in vision
  • Decrease in vision

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

A person is not allowed to use Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml if they are allergic to it as it may cause unwanted reactions in their eyes.  Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if have dry eye syndrome, arthritis,  diabetes, or a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder such as hemophilia. The use of Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml is restricted not for longer than 14 days after the surgical procedure unless recommended by the doctor. This is an FDA pregnancy category C drug that is not known whether harm an unborn baby so it is best to consult with a doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml may interact with some medications like blood thinners (warfarin), antiplatelet medications (clopidogrel), corticosteroid drugs (prednisone), other eye medications (corticosteroid eye drops). Tell your doctor before using these medicines.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction reported

Drug-Disease Interaction: Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml is not used in patients who are dealing with diabetes, dry eye syndrome, an allergy to any other eye drops, arthritis, a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder, such as hemophilia.

Safety Advice

  • Safety Warning

    ALCOHOL

    One should avoid consuming alcohol as it is unknown this drug interacts with alcohol or not.

  • Safety Warning

    PREGNANCY

    During pregnancy, Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml can only be used when prescribed during the first 6 months by the doctor. This medicine can not be used during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may harm to a fetus.

  • Safety Warning

    BREAST FEEDING

    Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml can only be used in breastfeeding women if suggested by the doctor as it is unknown whether this drug passes into breast milk.

  • Safety Warning

    DRIVING

    CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

    Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml may cause blurred vision, so one should avoid driving after using this medicine.

  • Safety Warning

    LIVER

    Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor.

  • Safety Warning

    KIDNEY

    Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include food that is rich in vitamin C like citrus (oranges, grapefruit, limes, etc.), tomatoes, kiwifruit, broccoli, etc as it may improve eye health.
  • Smoking is bad for health especially for the lungs and eyes so one should quit smoking as it creates chemicals that harm the cells of the eyes.
  • Immediately after the cataract surgery, you are provided a pair of sunglasses to wear that helps to minimize any glare and keep eyes protected from bright lights, so wear them properly and stay away from fluorescent lights.

Special Advise

  • If you don't notice any improvement in hazy or blurry vision or eye pain/inflammation or significant discomfort in the days following this visit, you should immediately report this to your eye surgeon.
  • Prolonged use of Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml may result in keratitis, resulting in corneal thinning, corneal erosion, corneal ulceration or corneal perforation. These events can be sight-threatening, and so cornea should be closely observed by the eye surgeon while using Nevanac Opthalmic Suspension 5 ml.
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