This medication is used to relieve eye pain, burning, and stinging following a certain type of corrective eye surgery (corneal refractive surgery). Ketorolac belongs to a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain natural substances in your body to reduce pain and swelling.
This medicine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent used to treat itchy eyes and swelling caused by seasonal allergies. It also may be used to relieve eye swelling following cataract surgery.
Acular, with the generic name of Ketorolac Ophthalmic, belongs to
a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that
reduces pain and inflammation in the eyes.
Acular Indications
Acular is specially formulated to:
Relieve itching and inflammation in the eyes caused by
allergic reactions
Reduce inflammation and pain following eye surgery
Acular Warnings/Precautions
There are cases when it is not advisable to take Acular or you
may need to undergo special monitoring during the treatment period
with Acular. So it is best to inform your doctor if you have:
Eye infection
Bleeding or blood-clotting disorders
Stomach ulcer
Acular is in the FDA Pregnancy Category C. This entails that its
effects to an unborn child is not known. Should you be pregnant or
planning to be, have a talk with your doctor first before taking
Acular.
It is also not certain if Acular passes into breast milk.
Breastfeeding moms are therefore suggested to see their doctor prior
to deciding to take Acular.
Acular Intake Instructions
Acular must be taken as directed by your doctor. If there
is any instruction that appears unclear to you, ask your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist.
Below are the guidelines for proper handling and application of
this product:
Always wash your hands before using the eye drops.
Remove contact lenses (if you are wearing any) before applying
Acular
Tilt your head slightly and pull down on the lower eyelid.
Position dropper just above the eye.
Look up and away from the dropper.
Squeeze out a drop and close the eye.
Apply gentle pressure to the inside corner of the eye (near
the nose) for about 1 minute to prevent the liquid from draining
down the tear duct.
If your medication requires more than 1 drop on the same eye,
repeat process with a 5 minute interval.
Follow same procedure on the other eye if needed.
Use regularly to get the most benefit of Acular.
Never allow the dropper to touch any surface, including your eyes
and hands so as to prevent eye infections. Do not use a discolored
eye drop or when you notice particles in it.
Acular Missed Dose
Unless directed by your doctor, Acular must not be double dosed.
If you happen to miss a dose of Acular, apply it as soon as you
remember as long as it is not almost time for the next scheduled
dose. Otherwise, skip missed dose of Acular and proceed with the
next.
Acular Overdose
Over dosage of Acular is not at all fatal. However should you
suspect an overdose of Acular, or should you have accidentally
ingested the drops of Acular, call an emergency room or poison
control left for the proper medical attention.
Acular Side Effects
Should you feel any of the minor reactions below, continue
use of Acular and inform your doctor about it:
Eye burning
Stinging
Irritation
Itching
Redness or sensitivity to light
See your doctor immediately if you develop redness or itching
with discharge or drainage, lid crusting, or lid swelling with the
use of Acular.
Severe side effects are not likely to occur with Acular.
For other symptoms not mentioned that are particularly causing
discomfort, tell your doctor immediately.
Acular Drug Interactions
Unless instructed by your physician, do not use other eye
drops or medications while under treatment with Acular.
Have a talk with your doctor before you decide to take other
prescribed or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins &
minerals, and herbal products.
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