Dypred Eye Drop

Dypred Eye Drop belongs to the class of ocular medications called ‘topical corticosteroids’ used to treat inflammatory conditions after eye surgery.  It is effectively used to treat eye inflammation caused by allergies, iritis (inflammation of the coloured part of the eye (iris)), uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea)), eye injury, postinfectious pain and inflammation.

Dypred Eye Drop contains Difluprednate, a topical corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. It is used to treat post-operative eye pain and inflammation.

Dypred Eye Drop is for ophthalmic (use in the eyes) use only. Use Dypred Eye Drop as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Dypred Eye Drop for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. You may experience watery eyes, irritation, eye itching, and eyes more sensitivity to light in some cases. Most of these side effects of Dypred Eye Drop are temporary, do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use Dypred Eye Drop without consulting your doctor if you have a damaged cornea, ulcers in the eye, eye infection producing pus, open lesions in the eye and glaucoma (a condition where the pressure inside the eye increases). Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Dypred Eye Drop. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Dypred Eye Drop, and you can put it back 15 minutes after using Dypred Eye Drop. Avoid touching the eyedropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. If you wear contact lenses, please inform your doctor.

Dypred Eye Drop contains Difluprednate used to treat post-operative eye pain and inflammation. Dypred Eye Drop is a topical corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Dypred Eye Drop is also used to treat post-infectious swelling and pain of the eyes, treat anterior uveitis, and inflammation that affects the front part of the eye.

Do not take Dypred Eye Drop if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to the corticosteroids or any of the ingredients of Dypred Eye Drop.  Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Dypred Eye Drop. Dypred Eye Drop is not recommended for children below 1 year of age as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Do not stop taking Dypred Eye Drop even if you feel better without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and even worsen your condition. To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper. Do not put in other eye medication simultaneously; wait for at least 15 minutes before putting in the second medication. If you have had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), herpes simplex infection, or any other eye problem, do not take Dypred Eye Drop until prescribed by your doctor. Prolonged use of corticosteroids may result in glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve and defects in visual acuity and fields of vision. Do not use eye drops for longer than recommended by your doctor as they may suppress adrenal gland function and may increase the risk of cataracts (clouding of the eye) and also increases the risk of a second infection.

• If you are using other eye drops along with Dypred Eye Drop, maintain at least 15 minutes before administering other medicines in the same eye to avoid dilution. 
• Have frequent follow-up check-ups with your doctor to check for any problems, such as cataracts or increased pressure.