Ketoford Eye Drops 10ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Ketorolac 0.5 %
Manufacturer
Leeford Healthcare Ltd (Generics)
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONKETOFORD contains Ketorolac which belongs to the group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS). It is used to reduce eye pain, inflammation, burning or stinging sensation that occurs after corneal refractive surgery. Corneal refractive surgery also called LASIK is done to correct the spectacle power of the person and improve vision. Your doctor may recommend you to take some relevant medical tests to understand your existing condition. Do not use KETOFORD while wearing contact lenses. If you use contact lenses, you should remove your contact lenses before using KETOFORD. You can put them back after 15 minutes of using KETOFORD. Before using KETOFORD, inform your doctor if you have bleeding tendencies (Ex. anaemia or stomach ulcers), diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, dry eye syndrome, had or have eye surgery recently, bacterial or viral eye infections and asthma due to prior use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (such as nepafenac eye drops). KETOFORD is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding woman unless recommended by the doctor. KETOFORD is not recommended for use in children and can be used in elderly patients only if advised by the doctor. The common
Uses
OF KETOFORD Reduces eye pain, inflammation, burning or stinging sensation that occurs after corneal refractive surgery.
How It Works
[GBKEYWORD] works by blocking the effects of prostaglandin (substance produced during injury and inflammation causing pain), pain signals between the brain and nerve endings. The inhibition of these substances results in reduced pain and inflammation thus relieves the condition.
Directions for Use
Use KETOFORD as advised by your doctor. It is for ophthalmic use only. Shake the bottle before use. Tilt your head slightly backwards and gently pull the lower eyelid to form a small pocket, hold the bottle up
Side Effects
using KETOFORD are eye irritation, stinging or burning sensation the eye, eye pain, allergic reaction, puffiness or swelling of eye or eyelid, red and itchy eyes. Consult your doctor if any of the side effect worsens or does not improve. USES OF KETOFORD Reduces eye pain, inflammation, burning or stinging sensation that occurs after corneal refractive surgery. HOW KETOFORD WORKS[GBKEYWORD] works by blocking the effects of prostaglandin (substance produced during injury and inflammation causing pain), pain signals between the brain and nerve endings. The inhibition of these substances results in reduced pain and inflammation thus relieves the condition. DIRECTIONS FOR USEUse KETOFORD as advised by your doctor. It is for ophthalmic use only. Shake the bottle before use. Tilt your head slightly backwards and gently pull the lower eyelid to form a small pocket, hold the bottle upside down above the eye and dispense drops with gentle pressure into the affected eye, then close your eyes for 30 seconds. Do not touch dropper tip to your eye surface. Your doctor will decide the correct duration and time interval between each dose for you depending upon your age and severity of the condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF KETOFORDCOMMON eye irritation, stinging or burning sensation the eye eye pain allergic reaction puffiness or swelling of eye or eyelid red and itchy eyes infection or inflammation of the eye either on the surface or inside retinal bleeding, swelling in the central retina (light-sensitive layer of the eye) headache tip of the dropper when touch the eye may cause accidental injury increased eye pressure blurred or diminished vision UNCOMMON inflammation or damage to the clear front layer of the eye dryness or watery eyes RAREStop using KETOFORD and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe eye pain increased eye irritation or vision changes corneal problems (outermost see-through layer of the eye)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYKETOFORD is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless it is recommended by the doctor. Consult your doctor before using it. BREASTFEEDINGKETOFORD is not recommended for use in breastfeeding woman unless it is recommended by the doctor. Consult your doctor for advice before using it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or use machines if you feel temporary blurring of vision after using KETOFORD. ALLERGYDo not use KETOFORD if you are allergic to Ketorolac, aspirin or any other similar drugs. LUNGSKETOFORD should be used with caution in patients with asthma particularly after using non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) such as nepafenac. Consult with your doctor before using it. OTHERSKETOFORD is not recommended for use if you have planned surgery within 24 hours Before using KETOFORD, inform your doctor if you: have stomach ulcers or bleeding tendencies (Ex. anaemia) have diabetes have rheumatoid arthritis have dry eye syndrome have or had eye surgery recently have viral or bacterial infections of the eye have corneal denervation (dysfunction of corneal innervation) have corneal epithelial defects (loss of focal areas in the outermost layer of the eye) Use in pediatrics: KETOFORD is not recommended for use in children. Consult child’s doctor for advice before administration of KETOFORD. Use in geriatrics: KETOFORD can be used in elderly patients. Consult your doctor for advice before using KETOFORD.
Drug Interactions
SBefore using KETOFORD inform your doctor if you are using or taking any of the following medicines: ophthalmic corticosteroids such as dexamethasone, loteprednol (used to manage eye inflammation) heparin, coumarin or indandione derivative such as warfarin (medicines that prevent or manages blood clot) Overdosage: If you or anyone accidentally ingests or use too much of KETOFORD, first wash your eyes with water to flush out the excess medicine and drink fluid to dilute the medicine (in case of ingestion) and then consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Ketorolac Pharmacological Category : Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs Therapeutic Indication : Reduces eye pain, inflammation, burning and stinging sensation following eye surgery Dosage Forms : Tablet, Dispersible tablet, Injection, Gel, Eye drops, Ophthalmic solution MORE INFORMATION Keep KETOFORD out of reach of children Store at temperature below 25ºC