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Composition :

NEPAFENAC-0.1% W/V

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Apr-24

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

9-7-13/2, Near 6 Taps Junction, Sivajipalem C-20/2, Ardee City, Sector-52, Gurgaon, Haryana-122002., Near 6 Taps Junction, Sivajipalem, Visakhapatnam-530017, Andhra Pradesh, India
Other Info - NEP0082

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About NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML

NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML belongs to a group of medicines known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), mainly suggested to relieve eye irritation, pain, and redness after a cataract eye surgery. This medicine is also indicated to reduce the risk of macular oedema, swelling in the back of the eye after cataract surgery in patients dealing with diabetes. Patients often experience redness, itchiness, inflammation, in their eyes for a week, and these symptoms will disappear after a few weeks. Macular oedema is an eye condition that can even cause permanent loss of vision and occurs when blood vessels present in the retina's light-sensitive part, the eye gets leaked.

NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML consists of Nepafenac, which blocks the action of prostaglandin H synthase (cyclooxygenase), which is an enzyme required for prostaglandin. These prostaglandins are responsible for causing pain, redness, inflammation in the eyes, so blocking prostaglandins it provides relief in painful eye conditions.

Use NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how many drops to instill based on your medical condition. Like all medications, NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML may cause some undesirable effects; however, not everybody gets them. The most common side effects of using NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML include blurred vision, vision change, reduced vision. These unpleasant side effects do not require medical attention and may go during the treatment as the body adjusts to the new medication.

NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML can not be used by the person who is allergic to it or has diabetes, arthritis, or a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder such as haemophilia and dry eye syndrome. NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML should not be used for more than 14 days after cataract surgery unless suggested by the doctor. You are recommended to remove the contact lenses before using NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML and reinsert them after 15 minutes as it may change the colour of the lenses. You should avoid touching the eye dropper or placing it directly in the eye. Touching the dropper may contaminate the tip and infect the eye, leading to a serious eye problem.

Uses of NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML

Eye pain and inflammation after cataract surgery

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Medicinal Benefits

NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML comes into the category of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to prevent and relieve the pain and inflammation after eye surgery (cataract). It is also used to reduce the risk of macular oedema after cataract eye surgery. NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML consists of Nepafenac. NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML block the action of prostaglandin H synthase (cyclooxygenase), which is an enzyme required for prostaglandin. These prostaglandins are responsible for causing pain, redness, inflammation in the eyes, so blocking prostaglandins provides relief in these conditions.            
 

Directions for Use

NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML. Lie down and tilt your head backward. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instill the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML.

Side Effects of NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML

  • Blurred vision
  • Change in vision
  • Decrease in vision

Drug Warnings

A person is not allowed to use NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML if they are allergic to it as it may cause unwanted reactions in their eyes.  Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if have dry eye syndrome, arthritis,  diabetes, or a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder such as hemophilia. The use of NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML is restricted not for longer than 14 days after the surgical procedure unless recommended by the doctor. This is an FDA pregnancy category C drug that is not known whether harm an unborn baby so it is best to consult with a doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • PREDNISONE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • If you don't notice any improvement in hazy or blurry vision or eye pain/inflammation or significant discomfort in the days following this visit, you should immediately report this to your eye surgeon.
  • Prolonged use of NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML may result in keratitis, resulting in corneal thinning, corneal erosion, corneal ulceration or corneal perforation. These events can be sight-threatening, and so cornea should be closely observed by the eye surgeon while using NEPAVAC EYE DROPS 5ML.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include food that is rich in vitamin C like citrus (oranges, grapefruit, limes, etc.), tomatoes, kiwifruit, broccoli, etc as it may improve eye health.
  • Smoking is bad for health especially for the lungs and eyes so one should quit smoking as it creates chemicals that harm the cells of the eyes.
  • Immediately after the cataract surgery, you are provided a pair of sunglasses to wear that helps to minimize any glare and keep eyes protected from bright lights, so wear them properly and stay away from fluorescent lights.

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