Bromfenac ophthalmic

Generic name: Bromfenac (ophthalmic)
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (0.07%; 0.075%; 0.09%)
Drug class: Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory agents

Usage of Bromfenac ophthalmic

Bromfenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Bromfenac ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat swelling and pain caused by cataract surgery.

Bromfenac ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Bromfenac ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

bromfenac may cause serious side effects. Stop using bromfenac and call your doctor at once if you have:

any change in your vision;

slow healing after your eye surgery;

eye redness or bleeding;

eye pain or swelling; or

severe eye discomfort, increased tears, crusting or drainage.

Common side effects of bromfenac may include:

increased sensitivity of your eyes to light;

mild eye irritation, or feeling like something is in your eye;

headache; or

seeing flashes of light or "floaters" in your vision.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Bromfenac ophthalmic

You should not use bromfenac ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

asthma or sulfite allergy;

diabetes;

rheumatoid arthritis;

dry eye syndrome;

an allergy to aspirin or other NSAIDs;

a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder; or

more than one eye surgery in a short period of time.

If you are pregnant, you should not use bromfenac unless your doctor tells you to. Using an NSAID during the last 20 weeks of pregnancy can cause serious heart or kidney problems in the unborn baby and possible complications with your pregnancy.

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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How to use Bromfenac ophthalmic

Usual Adult Dose for Postoperative Ocular Inflammation:

0.07% and 0.09% Ophthalmic Solutions: 1 drop in the affected eye(s) once a day beginning 1 day prior to cataract surgery, continued on the day of surgery, and through the first 14 days of the postoperative period0.075% Ophthalmic Solution: 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice a day (morning and evening) beginning 1 day prior to surgery, continued on the day of surgery, and for 14 days postsurgeryComments:-This drug may be administered in conjunction with other topical ophthalmic drugs such as alpha-agonists, beta-blockers, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, cycloplegics, and mydriatics.-If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, each one should be administered at least 5 minutes apart.Uses: Treatment of postoperative inflammation and prevention or reduction of ocular pain in patients who have undergone cataract surgery

What other drugs will affect Bromfenac ophthalmic

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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