Flupred
Composition for Flupred Products
Flupred Products are primarily used for
Post-operative eye pain and inflammationProducts for Flupred
Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop
packet of 5 ml Ophthalmic Emulsion
MRP₹146.25
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About Flupred Products
Uses of Flupred Products
Difluprednate is used in the treatment of post-operative eye pain and inflammation. It is used to prevent and treat inflammation and associated symptoms following eye surgery.
Flupred Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Flupred are Eye pain, Corneal edema, Conjunctival hyperemia, Photophobia, Posterior capsule opacification, Anterior chamber inflammation, Conjunctival edema, Eyelid inflammation.
How Flupred Products work
Difluprednate is a topical steroid (an anti-inflammatory medicine). It works by stopping the release of certain natural substances in the eye that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
In Depth Information for Flupred Products
- Your doctor has prescribed Flupred to treat inflammation and pain associated with eye surgery.
- Do not use Flupred for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Patient Concerns about Flupred Products
Frequently asked questions about Flupred Products
Q. How long should I use Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop?
Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop is generally prescribed for 7 days. You should take this medicine for a duration given by your doctor. Avoid prolonged use, as it may cause unwanted side effects.
Q. What precautions should I take while using Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop eye drops?
Avoid prolonged use, as it may cause cataracts (clouding of the eye) and also increases the risk of a secondary eye infection. Also, do not wear contact lenses while using this eyedrop.
Q. How and how many times a day should I use Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop?
Instill one drop of Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop into the affected eye 4 times daily starting 24 hours after surgery and continuing throughout the first 2 weeks of the postoperative period, then
reduce as determined by your doctor based on the clinical response. Always consult your doctor if you have any doubts and follow his instructions and dosage in using the eye drop.
reduce as determined by your doctor based on the clinical response. Always consult your doctor if you have any doubts and follow his instructions and dosage in using the eye drop.
Q. What should I inform the doctor before using Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop?
Before you are prescribed this medicine, inform your doctor if you have a history of eye allergy, eye infections, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye, diabetes, or are allergic to steroids since the component in this eye drop (difluprednate) is a steroid.
Q. What test will be prescribed by the doctor while taking Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop?
While using this medicine, your doctor will prescribe you eye tests frequently to monitor eye pressure. This is because with Flupred 0.05% Eye Drop there is a risk for an increase in pressure inside the eye or the formation of cataracts, both of which can lead to gradual vision loss.