Difluprednate is used to treat eye pain and inflammation after eye surgery.
This medicine may also be used to treat anterior uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye).
Instil Difluprednate eye drop emulsion in the affected eye(s) exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not use more or less than instructed by your doctor.
To use the eye drop emulsion, follow these steps:
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before using the eye drops.
- Tilt your head slightly backwards. With the index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Look upward and instil the required number of drops inside the lower eyelid.
- Close your eye and do not blink for a few seconds.
- Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a clean tissue.
- Replace and tighten the cap of the bottle.
Do not allow the tip of the dropper of this medicine to touch your eyes, eyelids, or any other surface. Recap the eye drop immediately after use. If the eye drop becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eyes.
If you have been given any other eye drops or medicines to be used together with Difluprednate, wait for at least 10 minutes before using the other medicine.
Do not share your eye drops with anyone else.
Some brands of Difluprednate contain sorbic acid as a preservative. This may discolour soft contact lenses and cause eye irritation. If you are wearing contact lenses, you should remove them before using this medicine. Wait for at least 10 minutes before reinserting your lenses.
The dose of this medicine will be decided by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you on the treatment timeframe depending on your response to the medication.
Instil the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal dosing schedule.
DO NOT double a dose to make up for a missed dose.
If you often forget to instil your medicine, let your doctor and pharmacist know.
Alert your doctor if you have an active infection caused by viruses, fungi, or bacteria as Difluprednate may not be suitable for you.
Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye)
- history of herpes simplex infection (viral infection) in the eye
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
For as long as you are using Difluprednate, you may need to have your eyes checked regularly. Your doctor will advise you about how often you need to have this test.
Difluprednate may cause any of the following side effects: headache, dry eyes, blurred vision, eye pain and irritation, sensitivity of the eyes to light, swelling and redness of the eye.
Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.
Always notify your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking or using any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements, and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children.
Do not freeze. Protect from light.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
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