What is Nepafenac Eye Drop Used For?
Nepafenac eye drops are prescribed to alleviate pain and swelling in the eye after cataract surgery. As a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), it is accessible only with a doctor’s prescription.
Nepafenac Eye Drop Ingredient
Active: Nepafenac 0.1%
Inactives: Mannitol, carbomer 974P, sodium chloride, tyloxapol, edetate disodium, benzalkonium chloride 0.005% (preservative), sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid to adjust pH and purified water, USP.
How Does Nepafenac Eye Drop Work?
Nepafenac belongs to a group of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Its work involves halting the production of specific natural substances that contribute to pain and swelling.
Nepafenac Eye Drop Dosage
Use one drop of Nepafenac Eye Drop in the affected eye three times a day beginning 1 day before cataract surgery, continuing on the day of surgery, and for 2 weeks after the surgery.
How to use Nepafenac Eye Drop
- Before using, shake the bottle well.
- Wash your hands. Tilt your head back, create a space by gently pressing below the lower eyelid, and drop the medicine there.
- Close your eyes without blinking, applying gentle pressure to the inner corner for 1-2 minutes.
- Afterward, wash your hands.
- Avoid touching the applicator tip to keep the medicine germ-free, and always close the container tightly.
- Contaminated eye drops may cause serious eye damage and potential vision loss.
Nepafenac Eye Drop Side Effects
- Headache.
- Runny nose
- Pain or pressure in the face
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dry, itchy, or sticky eyes
How long should you use Nepafenac eye drops?
Keep using Nepafenac eye drops for at least 2 weeks unless your doctor tells you otherwise. This medicine can be used with other eye medicines
Where can you buy Nepafenac Eye Drop in Nigeria?
Buy Nepafenac Eye Drop online at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
