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About Difpru 0.05% Eye Drop

DIFLUPREDNATE belongs to the class of ocular medications called ‘topical corticosteroid’ used to treat inflammatory conditions after eye surgery.  It is effectively used to treat eye inflammation caused by allergies, iritis (inflammation of the colored part of the eye (iris)), uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea)), eye injury, postinfectious pain, and inflammation.

DIFLUPREDNATE contains Difluprednate a topical corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen, and itchy. It is used to treat post-operative eye pain and inflammation.

DIFLUPREDNATE is for external (use in the eyes) use only. Use DIFLUPREDNATE as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use DIFLUPREDNATE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may experience watery eyes, irritation in the eyes, eye itching, and eyes more sensitive to light in some cases. Most of these side effects of DIFLUPREDNATE are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use DIFLUPREDNATE without consulting your doctor if you have damaged cornea, ulcers in the eye, eye infection and producing pus, open lesions in the eye, and glaucoma (a condition where the pressure inside the eye is increased). Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using DIFLUPREDNATE. If you wear contact lenses or are wearing them, remove them before using DIFLUPREDNATE, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using DIFLUPREDNATE. Avoid touching the eyedropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops, since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. If you wear contact lenses, please inform your doctor.

Uses of Difpru 0.05% Eye Drop

Postoperative Pain and Inflammation

Medicinal Benefits of Difpru 0.05% Eye Drop

DIFLUPREDNATE contains Difluprednate used to treat post-operative eye pain and inflammation. DIFLUPREDNATE is a topical corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties and acts by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen, and itchy. DIFLUPREDNATE is also used to treat post-infectious swelling and pain of the eyes, treat anterior uveitis, inflammation that affects the front part of the eye.

Directions for Use

DIFLUPREDNATE is available in the form of eye drops. Eye drops: Wash your hands thoroughly with water before and after use. Take the prescribed amount of dose with the dropper and squeeze out a drop without touching the eye. Wipe any excess liquid with a tissue. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip after use. Place the dropper back on the bottle and tighten the cap. Note: Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Do not place the tip directly into the eye while instilling the drop. If the dropper touches the eye, immediately squeeze two to three drops onto the tissue and wipe the dropper’s tip with saltwater. Discard any unused medicine after completing the course of therapy or within 4 weeks after opening the bottle.

Side Effects of Difpru 0.05% Eye Drop

• Eye itching/irritation
• Watery eyes
• Headache
• Blurred vision
• Eyes more sensitive to light

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take DIFLUPREDNATE if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to the corticosteroids or any of the ingredients of DIFLUPREDNATE.  Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting DIFLUPREDNATE. DIFLUPREDNATE is not recommended for children below 1 year of age as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Do not stop taking DIFLUPREDNATE even if you feel better without asking your doctor as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. To avoid any contamination, avoid touching the tip of the dropper. Do not put to eye medication simultaneously; wait for at least 10 minutes before putting in the second medication. If you have had glaucoma (increased eye pressure), herpes simplex infection, or any other eye problem, do not take DIFLUPREDNATE until prescribed by your doctor. Prolonged use of corticosteroids may result in glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve, defects in visual acuity, and fields of vision. Do not use eye drops for longer than recommended by your doctor as it may suppress adrenal gland function and may increase the risk of cataracts (clouding of the eye) and also increases the risk of a second infection.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 DIFLUPREDNATE may interact with a smallpox vaccine.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 DIFLUPREDNATE should not be used in patients with fungal infections, viral infections such as herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis, tuberculosis, or damaged cornea, ulceration, and glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

is best to avoid alcohol while taking medication. DIFLUPREDNATE makes you dehydrated and affects eye pressure.

PREGNANCY

DIFLUPREDNATE is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether DIFLUPREDNATE will affect pregnant women or fetuses or not. Hence, when clinically needed, DIFLUPREDNATE is given to pregnant women after doing a risk/benefit assessment.

BREAST FEEDING

It is unknown if DIFLUPREDNATE passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking DIFLUPREDNATE if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

DIFLUPREDNATE may cause vision problems. However, it will be mild and temporary in nature. So, it is advisable to avoid driving until your vision clears.

LIVER

DIFLUPREDNATE can be used for treating eye infections in patients with liver diseases.

KIDNEY

DIFLUPREDNATE can be used for treating eye infections in patients with kidney diseases.