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MEDICAL INFORMATION
Prolensa Key Facts
What is Prolensa?
Prolensa is the brand name for bromfenac and is available as an ophthalmic solution.
What dosages is Prolensa available in?
Prolensa is available as a 0.07% ophthalmic solution.
What is Prolensa used for?
Prolensa is a NSAID and is used to treat eye inflammation and eye pain after cataract surgery.
How does Prolensa work?
Prolensa is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It stops your body from making chemicals that cause inflammation, which helps lessen pain and swelling in the eye.
How do I take Prolensa?
Prolensa is dosed as follows:
- This medication is usually started the day before surgery and is continued for 2 weeks after surgery
- Prolensa brand (0.07% strength): The typical dose is 1 drop to the affected eye once a day
- BromSite brand (0.075% strength): The typical dose is 1 drop to the affected eye twice a day (morning and evening)
- Generic bromfenac (0.09% strength): The typical dose is 1 drop to the affected eye once a day
Is it safe for me to take Prolensa?
Prolensa is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
Prolensa Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Prolensa:
- Blurry vision
- Sensitivity to light
- Eye pain
- Feeling like there’s something in your eye
- Inflammation in the front part (anterior chamber) of the eye
Prolensa Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Prolensa.
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Prolensa
There are no major drug interactions listed for Prolensa. However, always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking.
Who makes Prolensa?
Bausch Health
Is Prolensa safe in pregnancy?
Because of the known effects of prostaglandin biosynthesis-inhibiting drugs on the fetal cardiovascular system (closure of
ductus arteriosus), the use of Prolensa ophthalmic solution during late pregnancy should be avoided.
What is the generic name for Prolensa?
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