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Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop

Manufacturer :  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Difluprednate
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop

Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop belongs to the steroid type of drugs. It is mainly used to treat eye problems, especially inflammations and infections. It is mostly used after a major eye surgery. The drug can be prescribed to treat painful anterior uveitis, which is a type of inflammation affecting the front part of the eyes. Never use this medication or any other ophthalmic drug while wearing your contact lenses. The dosage of the medication is to be determined by your doctor depending upon the intensity of your infecting and other related medical conditions. The drug is contraindicated in patients who have not yet gone for treatment of their cataract or glaucoma or are suffering from any other kind of infections such as herpes or chicken pox.

The known side effects of this drug include blurring of the vision, irritation or redness of the eyes including itching. You might experience severe or persistent headaches, dizziness, slowing of the healing after the eye surgery, changes in vision, seeing rainbow colors around lights, changed appearances or color around your iris, the behind of the eyes feel painful or there may be flare-up of new infections in or around the eyes. It is recommended to avoid driving after application of this medicine.

    What are the uses of Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop

    • Allergic Disorders

    • Severe Allergic Reaction

    • Eye Disorder

    What are the contraindications of Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop ?

    What are the side effects of Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop ?

    • Cataract

    • Eye Irritation

    • Burning Sensation In Eye

    Key highlights of Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop should not be consumed during pregnancy unless necessary. Consulting a doctor is mandatory to discuss the benefits and risks before taking the medicine.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

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

    What are the substitutes for Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Difluprednate, 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?

      In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

    How does this medication work?

    Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop is a drug in treating pain and inflammation due to ocular surgery. It is an anti-inflammatory steroidal drug that induces phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins which are responsible for controlling leukotrienes and prostaglandins biosynthesis. This inhibitory effect is imposed by preventing the release of arachidonic acid from the proteins.

      What are the interactions of Flupred 0.05% W/V Eye Drop ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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