Medicine Overview of Neopred 0.05gm/100ml Eye Solution
Neopred belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the treatment of post-operative eye pain and inflammation. It is also used to relieve pain and swelling in the eyes caused by infection or allergy.
Neopred should be used in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Never use it if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake it well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Continue using it regularly to get the most benefit from it.
It may cause eye irritation, burning sensation, or watery eyes. These side effects are usually temporary and resolve with time. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a short time, do not drive or operate other machines until your vision is clear. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult with your doctor before using this medicine.
- Post-operative eye pain and inflammation
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation
- Watery eyes
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Your doctor has prescribed Neopred to treat inflammation and pain associated with eye surgery.
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Do not use Neopred for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
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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.
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Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
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Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
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Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
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Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Ocular Inflammation & Pain
Initate 24 hours postop: Instill one drop into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye 4 times daily beginning 24 hours after surgery and continuing throughout the first 2 weeks of the postoperative period, followed by 2 times daily for a week and then a taper based on the response.
Endogenous Anterior Uveitis
Instill one drop into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye 4 times daily for 14 days followed by tapering as clinically indicated.
Prolonged use of corticosteroids may result in glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve, defects in visual acuity and fields of vision. Steroids should be used with caution in the presence of glaucoma. If this product is used for 10 days or longer, intraocular pressure should be monitored.
Lactation: It is not known whether topical administration of corticosteroids could result in sufficient systemic absorption to produce detectable quantities in milk. Use caution.
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: It is not known whether topical administration of corticosteroids could result in sufficient systemic absorption to produce detectable quantities in milk. Use caution.
