Pred Forte Eye Drops 10ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Benzalkonium 0.06 mg+Prednisolone 10 mg
Manufacturer
Allergan India Pvt Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONPRED FORTE contains Prednisolone which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids. It is used as a short-term management of eye inflammation in adults which are not caused by viral, bacterial, and/or fungal agents. It is also used to reduce redness, irritation, burning sensation, and swelling of the eye that occurs due to chemicals, heat, radiation, allergy, and/or foreign objects in the eye. PRED FORTE is not recommended for use in patients with tuberculosis of the eye and previous history of herpes simplex infection. Before using PRED FORTE, inform your doctor if you have eye ulcers or had a disease/management to the eye, glaucoma, history of cataract surgery, bacterial, viral or fungal eye infections. PRED FORTE should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding woman. PRED FORTE is not recommended for use in children (below 12 years of age). The most common
Uses
OF PRED FORTE Used as short-term management of eye inflammation in adults (which are not caused by viral, bacterial and/or fungal agents) Used to reduce redness, irritation, burning sensation and swelling of the eye (caused due to chemicals, heat, radiation, allergy, and/or foreign objects in the eye)
How It Works
PRED FORTE works by blocking the production of polymorphonuclear leukocytes (immune cells responsible for inflammation and allergic reaction) which results in preventing and manageing the occurrence of inflammatory and allergic reaction of the eyes in affected individuals.
Directions for Use
Always apply PRED FORTE as directed by your doctor. It is for ophthalmic use only. Shake the bottle well before each use. Wash your hands and tilt your head backwards and gently pull the lower eyelid down to form a small pocket. Turn the bottle up
Side Effects
using PRED FORTE are iridocyclitis (swelling and irritation in the eye pupil), common cold, increase in intra ocular pressure (fluid pressure in the eye), and headache. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual effects due to use of this medicine. USES OF PRED FORTE Used as short-term management of eye inflammation in adults (which are not caused by viral, bacterial and/or fungal agents) Used to reduce redness, irritation, burning sensation and swelling of the eye (caused due to chemicals, heat, radiation, allergy, and/or foreign objects in the eye) HOW PRED FORTE WORKSPRED FORTE works by blocking the production of polymorphonuclear leukocytes (immune cells responsible for inflammation and allergic reaction) which results in preventing and manageing the occurrence of inflammatory and allergic reaction of the eyes in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways apply PRED FORTE as directed by your doctor. It is for ophthalmic use only. Shake the bottle well before each use. Wash your hands and tilt your head backwards and gently pull the lower eyelid down to form a small pocket. Turn the bottle upside down and squeeze gently to release one or two drops in the affected eye. Avoid eye injury and contamination by placing the tip not too close to the eye. Release the lower eyelid after use and close your eye for few seconds. SIDE EFFECTS OF PRED FORTECOMMON iridocyclitis (condition marked by swelling and irritation in the eye pupil) common cold increase in intra ocular pressure (fluid pressure in the eye) headache RARE itching taste disturbances Stop using PRED FORTE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: ulcers on the eye surface severe eye pain
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYPRED FORTE should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using PRED FORTE. BREASTFEEDINGPRED FORTE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using PRED FORTE. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines while using PRED FORTE as it may cause temporary blurred vision. ALLERGYDo not use PRED FORTE if you are allergic to prednisolone, benzalkonium chloride or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSPRED FORTE is not recommended for use if you have: tuberculosis of the eye previously had herpes simplex viral infection Before using PRED FORTE, inform your doctor if you: have or had eye ulcers or had a disease or management that caused eye tissue to become thin have or had glaucoma (increased eye pressure in the eye) have or had cataract surgery have or had bacterial, viral, or fungal eye infections wear contact lenses Use in Pediatrics: PRED FORTE is not recommended for use in children (aged less than 12 years) since it may impair fertility in future. Consult your doctor for advice. Use in Geriatrics: PRED FORTE should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). Consult your doctor before using PRED FORTE
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before using PRED FORTE inform to your doctor, if you are using or taking any of these medicines: other steroid eye drops (medicines used to manage allergies and inflammation of eye) such as hydrocortisone, loteprednol, and dexamethasone ritonavir, cobicistat (medicines used to manage HIV) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of PRED FORTE, wash your eyes with clean water and consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Prednisolone Pharmacological Category : Corticosteroids Therapeutic Indication : Eye inflammation Dosage Forms : Tablet, Dispersible Tablet, Eye Drops, Ophthalmic Suspension, Oral Drops, Syrup, Solution MORE INFORMATION Keep PRED FORTE out of reach of children Store at room temperature
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