Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop is a pain relieving medicine. It helps to treat various conditions of the eye such as seasonal allergies, post operative pain and inflammation. This is used for short term treatment only.

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. You must wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water to avoid contamination. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. The dropper tip should not come in direct contact with the affected area as there are chances of infection. Wipe off extra liquid. Please consult your doctor if your symptoms do not get better.

This medicine is generally safe to use with minimal side effects. However, burning sensation and eye discomfort might be seen as side effects in some patients. It is potentially unsafe to be used in pregnancy and nursing mothers.

Uses of Ketocon Eye Drop

Post-operative eye pain and inflammation

Benefits of Ketocon Eye Drop

In Post-operative eye pain and inflammation

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short term relief of post-operative eye pain, inflammation, and swelling. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain.

It may be used alone or with other eye drops. Do not use it too often as that can make it less effective. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily.

Side effects of Ketocon Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ketocon

Eye irritation
Eye pain
Superficial keratitis
Eye infection
Eye inflammation
Uveitis
Increased intraocular pressure
Blurred vision

How to use Ketocon Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

How Ketocon Eye Drop works

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Safety Advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

UNSAFE

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Alternate Brands

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Fact Box

Chemical Class

Acetic acid Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Ketocon with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Heparin

Brand(s): Celparin, Oparin, V Parin

LIFE-THREATENING

Nimesulide

Brand(s): Nimsun, Abinim, Nimulis

LIFE-THREATENING

Oxyphenbutazone

Brand(s): Oxy Triactin, Sioril

LIFE-THREATENING

Metamizole/Dipyrone

Brand(s): Pyregin

LIFE-THREATENING

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Patient Concerns

I am having dry eyes so what' drops to put

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

REFRESH TEARS 0.5% 1 drop in both eye ,

Itching in eyes and getting dried Which drop can we put

Dr. Vishal Arora

Ophthalmology

for dry eye start with 0.5 CMC (Lubrex) one drop 2-3 times/day. plz get yourself examined if it persists

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FAQs

Q. Is Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop an antibiotic or steroid?

No, Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop is neither an antibiotic nor a steroid. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines. It is used to relieve moderate to severe pain and inflammation.

Q. Is Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop a good painkiller?

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used to provide relief from various sorts of pain, such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in the treatment of different types of arthritis and gout. Along with that, it can be used to reduce pain and inflammation which follows after a surgery.

Q. Is Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop safe?

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop?

If you forget a dose of Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Q. Is Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop effective?

Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. What are the side effects of Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop?

Some common side effects associated with Ketocon 0.5% Eye Drop include vomiting, stomach pain, nausea and indigestion. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.

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Country of Origin: India

Expires on or after: March, 2021

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