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Acular PF, Acular (U.S.N.L.M.)
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| Dosing (post surgical) | 1 drop qid in the operated eye for up to 3 days after surgery. | |
| Dosing (allergy) | 1 drop qid | |
| Chem Specs | ketorolac tromethamin 0.5% | |
| Quantities | Acular: 3ml, 5ml. Acular PF: 12 x 0.4ml single use vials | |
| Cost | 80.00/5ml | |
| Class | NSAID (Non-selective COX inhibitor.) | |
| Action | Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis. So reduces pain and vasopermeability. | |
| Usage | Indicated for ocular pain and photophobia following incisional refractive surgery. Used for temporary relief of itch of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. |
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| Epithelial breakdown, corneal thinning, corneal erosion, corneal ulceration or corneal perforation possible in susceptible patients. |
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| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the formulation. Possible cross-sensitivity to acetyl- salicylic acid, phenylacetic acid derivatives, and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. |
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| Pediatric use | > age 3 | |
| Pregnancy | Category C. | |
| PF = Preservative Free. Remove contact lenses. Typically used instead of pressure patch and cycloplegia to control pain of corneal abrasion. All topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may slow or delay healing. |
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| See Acular LS | ||