Anfenac 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 80.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Diclofenac sodium ophthalmic
Company Nipa pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

  • Pre- and post-operative cover for cataract surgery
  • Non-infected chronic conjunctivitis
  • Keratoconjunctivitis
  • Non-infected post-traumatic conditions of the cornea and conjunctiva

Pharmacology

  • Blocks the action of cyclo-oxygenase
  • Inhibits the production of prostaglandins
  • Reduces pain, swelling, and inflammation

Dosage & Administration

  • Instill 1 drop in the conjunctival sac pre-operatively
  • Instill 1 drop in the conjunctival sac post-operatively
  • Instill 1 drop 4-5 times daily for inflammatory conditions

Interaction

  • No reported drug interactions
  • 5 minutes interval required when using another ophthalmic solution

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to any of the components
  • Contraindicated in patients with asthma, urticaria, or acute rhinitis following application of cyclo-oxygenase inhibitors

Side Effects

  • Mild to moderate burning sensation in 5-15% patients
  • Transient burning sensation
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Bad taste
  • Feeling of pressure
  • Allergic reactions

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Safety not established in pregnancy & lactation
  • Use not recommended unless potential benefit to the mother outweighs possible risk to the child

Precautions & Warnings

  • May mask signs of infection
  • Physicians should be alert to the development of infections
  • Periodic eye examinations recommended during prolonged use
  • Measurement of intraocular pressure recommended during prolonged use
  • Contact lenses should not be worn during treatment

Therapeutic Class

  • Ophthalmic Non-Steroid drugs

Storage Conditions

  • Close the bottle immediately after use
  • Do not use for more than four weeks after opening
  • Store at room temperature

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