Nepafenac

Nepafenac belongs to the class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It works by blocking a certain natural substance called prostaglandins in the body that causes swelling and pain. It is used to treat pain, irritation, redness and inflammation associated with cataract surgery.

On application, this medication may temporarily burn or string your eyes for the next 1-2 minutes. Eye redness and headache may also occur. If more serious side effects like eye swelling, vision changes, eye pain, eye discharge or extreme watering occur then call for medical help immediately.

To ensure this medication is safe for you inform your doctor if you have bleeding problems, diabetes, previous eye surgery, other eye problems, rheumatoid arthritis, nasal polyps or asthma. Also inform your doctor if you are taking any anti-platelet medications, corticosteroid drugs, blood thinners or other eye medications.

The usual dose of Nepafenac recommended is one drop, thrice a day, in each affected eye. Treatment with this medicine begins one day before the cataract surgery, continues on the day of surgery and lasts for the first two weeks of the postoperative period.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Eye Pain

• Eye Inflammation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Decreased Vision

• Foreign Body Sensation In Eyes

• Increased Intraocular Pressure

• Watery Eyes

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Nepafenac may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Nepafenac is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Nepafenac as ingredient

• Nepaflam Eye Drop

  Ajanta Pharma Ltd

• Nepablu Eye Drop

  Lupin Ltd

• Nep Eye Drop

  Yash Pharma Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Avanep 0.1% W/V Eye Drop

  Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Micronac Eye Drop

  Micro Labs Ltd

• Nepatop 0.1% Eye Drop

  Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Nepacent Eye Drop

  Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Ocunepa Drop

  Calix Health Care

• Nepalact 0.1% Eye Drop

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Nevanac Eye Drop

  Alcon Laboratories

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

This medicine is an NSAID that is used to reduce inflammation in cataract surgery by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandin. After entering the body, its active constituent gets converted to amfenac which is an inhibitor for COX 1 AND COX 2 enzymes.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.

• Ques : What is Nepafenac?

  Ans : Nepafenac belongs to the class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It works by blocking a certain natural substance called prostaglandins in the body that causes swelling and pain.

• Ques : What are the uses of Nepafenac?

  Ans : Nepafenac used for the treatment of pain, irritation, redness and inflammation associated with cataract surgery.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Nepafenac before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Nepafenac?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Nepafenac empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Nepafenac?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : How is this Nepafenac administered?

  Ans : This medication is administered as eye drop.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/nepafenac

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• NEPAFENAC injection,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:

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