Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat postoperative eye pain and inflammation in patients who have undergone cataract surgery.
Always wash your hands before using Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution. 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 blurred vision, increased sensitivity to light, change in color vision, decreased vision, eye pain, sore eyes, and teary eye. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking. You should also tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.
Uses Of Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution
- Post-operative eye pain and inflammation
Benefits Of Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution
In Post-Operative Eye Pain And Inflammation
Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution helps relieve symptoms after an eye surgery such as pain, redness, itching, soreness, or watery eyes. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the symptoms are completely cured and prevent them from returning.
Side Effects Of Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects Of Prolensa
- Blurred vision
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Change in color vision
- Decreased vision
- Eye pain
- Sore eye
- Teary eyes
How To Use Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution
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 Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution Works
Prolensa Ophthalmic Solution 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)
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