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Indications

Pred Forte is an eye medication used to treat inflammation caused by allergies, acne, shingles, injury, chemical burns, and other conditions.

Prednisolone is a steroid that reduces inflammation by inhibiting inflammatory receptors in your eyes. The medication also promotes collagen and impedes scar formation. When applied to your eyes, Pred Forte helps improve inflammatory conditions and relieve associated discomfort.

This ocular steroid medication is an effective form of treatment for eye inflammation caused by a variety of conditions including allergies and injuries. Pred Forte’s suspension formulation offers fast relief and anti-inflammatory properties that are more potent than other corticosteroids like hydrocortisone with a low incidence of serious adverse events.

Uses and Dosage

The dose of Pred Forte that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual being treated. Follow your doctor’s directives and read packaging instructions carefully to ensure the best results.

• Wash hands thoroughly before use
• Shake eye drops well before administering
• Tilt your head back and pull down your lower lid to create a small pocket
• Hold the dropper above your affected eye and squeeze 1 or 2 drops into the pocket you created
• Use Pred Forte 2 to 4 times each day
• Doses may be administered more frequently in the first 24 to 48 hours of treatment
• Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not show signs of improvement after 2 days
• Administer Pred Forte for the entire length of time prescribed
• Do not touch the dropper tip or place it on your eye to avoid contamination and infection
• Do not use Pred Forte while wearing soft contact lenses
• Wait at least 15 minutes before inserting contact lenses after using
• Store in an upright position at room temperature away from children and pets

Side Effects

Pred Forte may cause some side effects to occur while reducing your eye inflammation. Speak with your doctor for more information regarding any side effects that you might experience when using prednisolone.

Common Pred Forte side effects:

• Mild stinging, burning, or irritation after application

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur when taking prednisolone. Stop using Pred Forte and contact your doctor right away if you develop any of the following side effects:

• Blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, seeing halos around lights
• Small white or yellow patches on your eye surface
• Pain behind your eyes
• Eye infection (swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting, or drainage)

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Pred Forte if you are allergic to prednisolone or any of the other listed eye drop suspension components. If you develop signs of an allergic reaction, stop using this medication and contact your doctor.

Pred Forte allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

Do not use Pred Forte if you have an eye infection, including herpes simplex.

To ensure your safety when taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have ever had any of the following:

• Glaucoma
• Cataracts

Consult with your doctor before using Pred Forte if you are pregnant. It is unclear whether prednisolone will affect an unborn baby when administered into the eyes.

Do not breastfeed while using Pred Forte eye drops.

Some other drugs may interact with prednisolone and cause adverse reactions. To avoid this, tell your doctor about all the medications that you take, including over the counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Pred Forte is not an approved form of treatment for anyone under the age of 18.

Form and Strength

This eye medication is available in the form of suspension drops.

Pred Forte suspension eye drop strength:

• 1% prednisolone

The 1% strength Pred Forte eye drops are available in volumes of 10ml.

FAQ

How long is it safe to use Pred Forte eye drops?

Pred Forte eye drops are designed to treat short term inflammation caused by allergies, injuries, acne, and other temporary or transient conditions. Most treatment plans with Pred Forte last for no longer than a week. You should not use this eye medication for longer than 10 consecutive days.

What are the contraindications for Pred Forte?

Pred Forte is contraindicated for those with untreated eye infections. The medication is designed to relieve inflammatory conditions and will not treat infections in your eyes. You should also avoid using Pred Forte if you have a known hypersensitivity to prednisolone or any of the suspension’s other components.

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