Opanac 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Opanac during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Opanac may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Opanac 0.10% Eye Drop
Introduction
Opanac is a pain relieving medicine. It is used for treatment of pain and inflammation associated with cataract surgery.
Always wash your hands before using Opanac. Use only the number of drops that your doctor has prescribed and wait for about five...
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Uses of Opanac
Post-operative eye pain and inflammation
Side effects of Opanac
Common
Application site irritation
How Opanac works
Opanac 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.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Opanac 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.
Brief Description
Indication
Occular pain and inflammation, Cystoid macular edema
Adult Dose
Ophthalmic
Prevention & treatment of post-op pain & inflammation
0.1%: Instill 1 drop 3 times daily 1 day prior to cataract surgery and continued on...
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Child Dose
<10 years old: Safety and efficacy not established
Contraindication
Contraindicated in patients with previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the formulation or to other NSAIDs.
Mode of Action
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory prodrug, converted to amfenac which putatively inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis.
Precaution
Nepafenac should be used with caution in patients with known bleeding tendencies or who are receiving medications which may prolong bleeding time.
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