| Acuvail (U.S.N.L.M.) | |
|---|---|
| Dosing (surgical) | 1 drop bid in the operated eye the day before, the day of, and 2 weeks following cataract surgery. |
| Dosing (allergy) | 1 drop bid |
| Chem Specs | ketorolac tromethamin 0.45% |
| Quantities | box of 30 single-use vials 0.4 mL each |
| Cost | 406.22/ box |
| Class | NSAID (Non-selective COX inhibitor.) |
| Action | Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis. |
| Usage | Indicated for ocular pain and burning/stinging following corneal refractive surgery.
Used for temporary relief of itch of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. |
| 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. |
| Pediatric use | Pediatric safety and effectiveness not established. |
| Pregnancy | Category C. Dystocia and increased pup mortality in rats when administered at 40x normal human ophthalmic dose. Prostaglandin-inhibiting drugs damage the fetal heart when used late in pregnancy. |
| BAK and edetate free. Carboxymethylcellulose increases comfort and extends contact period. |