Description: Acuvail 0.45% Eye Drops are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used for the treatment of pain and inflammation following cataract surgery. The active ingredient, ketorolac tromethamine, helps to reduce eye discomfort and swelling, promoting faster recovery and improved comfort post-surgery.
Ingredients:
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Active Ingredient: Ketorolac tromethamine (0.45%)
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Other Ingredients: Sodium chloride, edetate disodium dihydrate, octoxynol 40, purified water, and hydrochloric acid/sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment).
Usage Instructions:
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Dosage: Instill one drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily, beginning 24 hours before cataract surgery and continuing for the first 2 weeks post-surgery.
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Frequency: Twice daily (morning and evening).
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Special Considerations:
- Wash your hands before using the eye drops.
- Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket.
- Hold the dropper above the eye and squeeze out one drop into the pocket. Close your eye and gently press on the inner corner for 1-2 minutes.
- Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface to avoid contamination.
Benefits:
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Reduces Pain and Inflammation: Effectively alleviates pain and inflammation associated with cataract surgery.
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Promotes Healing: Aids in the healing process and improves overall comfort post-surgery.
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Convenient Single-Use Vials: Each vial is designed for single-use, ensuring sterility and reducing the risk of contamination.
Precautions:
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Contraindications: Do not use if you are allergic to ketorolac tromethamine or any other ingredients in the eye drops. Not recommended for individuals with known NSAID hypersensitivity.
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Side Effects: Common side effects include stinging or burning upon application, blurred vision, and eye irritation. Serious side effects are rare but can include corneal thinning, perforation, or delayed healing.
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Warnings: Use with caution if you have a history of eye problems, bleeding disorders, or are using other medications that affect blood clotting. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Storage Instructions:
- Store the vials in their original packaging to protect from light.
- Keep at room temperature (15°C to 25°C).
- Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer: Allergan Pharmaceuticals
