Nepavon -CS Eye Drop

₹275.00

Packet of 5ml Ophthalmic Solution

(Inclusive of all taxes)


Always wash your hands before using Nepavon-CS Eye Drop. Use only the number of drops that your doctor has prescribed and wait for about five minutes between each drop. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using the drops and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back in. You should not touch the tip of the dropper or bottle. This may lead to infection.


Use of the medicine may cause decreased vision, foreign body sensation in the eyes, and increased intraocular pressure. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.


Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking. You should also tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Nepavon-CS Eye Drop is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) in the eye.


Pharmacokinets

Nepafenac is a prodrug. After penetrating the cornea, nepafenac undergoes rapid bioactivation to amfenac, which is a potent NSAID that uniformly inhibits the COX1 and COX2 activity. Nepafenac rapidly cross the cornea (6 times faster than diclofenac in vitro). Amfenac has high affinity toward serum albumin proteins.


Side Effects

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 Nepavon

Decreased vision

Foreign body sensation in eyes

Increased intraocular pressure

Stickiness

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity, ASA or NSAID-induced asthma, Pregnancy 3rd trimester, Contact lens use. Caution if bleeding risk, complicated or multiple ocular surgery, corneal denervation, corneal epithelial defects, dry eye syndrome, diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis.

Pregnancy Related Information

Nepavon-CS 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.

Product And Alcohol Interaction

No interaction found/established

Breast Feeding Related Information

Information regarding the use of Nepavon-CS Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Indications

Nepafenac eye drops is used to treat pain and swelling of the eye following cataract surgery. This medicine is a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: NEPAFENAC may interact with some medications like blood thinners (warfarin), antiplatelet medications (clopidogrel), corticosteroid drugs (prednisone), other eye medications (corticosteroid eye drops). Tell your doctor before using these medicines.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction reported

Drug-Disease Interaction: NEPAFENAC is not used in patients who are dealing with diabetes, dry eye syndrome, an allergy to any other eye drops, arthritis, a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder, such as hemophilia.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

WARFARIN

CLOPIDOGREL

PREDNISONE

Typical Dosage

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.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C

Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Nepavon-CS Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Your doctor has prescribed Nepavon-CS Eye Drop for the relief of post-operative eye pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.

Usually, a 4 to 6-week course may be necessary.

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.

Notify your doctor if you are on blood thinners or have bleeding problems.

Use the eye drops within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

How To Use

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.