OPHTH-PRED
PREDNISOLONE, EYE · by OPHTH PHARMA
Composition
Eye Drop 1%/0.12%: Per ml: Prednisolone acetate 10 mg (1%)/1.2 mg (0.12%). Eye Drop/Oint 0.5%: Per ml: Prednisolone sodium phosphate 5 mg (0.5%).
Indications & Dosage
Non-infected inflammatory ocular conditions: Adults & Children above 2 yr: 1 or 2 drops 2-4 times daily. During the first 48 hr, 2 drop every hr if necessary, apply once daily at night.
Contraindications
Viral, fungal, tuberculous or purulent infections, dendritic ulcer. Soft contact lenses.
Precautions
Prolonged use, infants.
Pregnancy
Avoid unless essential
Lactation
Avoid unless essential
Side Effects
Corneal thinning, cataract, rise in intra-ocular pressure, viral or fungal infections.