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Indications

Nevanac is an eye drop medication used to prevent and treat pain and inflammation in adults after cataract surgery.

Nevanac contains nepafenac, which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic prodrug.

Nevanac works by penetrating the cornea after topical ocular dosing and is converted by ocular tissue hydrolases into its active form.

Nevanac is approved for use in Europe and has been granted marketing authorization by the European Medicines Agency.

Use and Dosage

Apply this medication to the operated eye(s) as directed by your doctor. The instructions for use depend on the strength of the eye drops prescribed. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

If you are using nepafenac 0.1% eye drops, apply it usually 3 times daily starting 1 day before surgery, and continue use on the day of surgery and for 2 weeks after surgery, or as directed by your doctor.

If you are using nepafenac 0.3% eye drops, apply it usually once daily starting 1 day before surgery, and continue use on the day of surgery and for 2 weeks after surgery, or as directed by your doctor. Your doctor may also instruct you to apply an additional drop one-half hour to 2 hours before surgery.

To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. Shake the bottle well before each dose. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.

This medication should not be used while wearing contact lenses. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.

Tilt your head back, look upward, and gently pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Hold the dropper directly over your eye and place one drop into the pouch. Look downward and gently close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes. Try not to blink and do not rub your eye. Repeat these steps for your other eye if so directed.

Do not rinse the dropper. Replace the dropper cap after each use.

If you are using another kind of eye medication (such as drops or ointments), wait at least 5 minutes before applying other medications. Use eye drops before eye ointments to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.

This medication is usually used for up to 14 days after eye surgery or as directed by your doctor. Do not start using this medication early, use it more often than prescribed, or continue using it for longer than directed by your doctor. Prolonged use of nepafenac eye drops (more than 2 weeks) may increase the risk of very serious side effects on the eye.

Inform your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Nevanac: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• Vision problems
• Crusting or drainage of your eyes
• Swollen eyelids
• Severe eye pain

Common Nevanac side effects include:

• Dry or sticky feeling in the eye
• Feeling like something is in your eye
• Eye redness
• Itching or watering of the eye
• Increased sensitivity to light
• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Stuffy nose

Cautions

Before using nepafenac, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to aspirin, or other NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen, or celecoxib); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as preservatives like benzalkonium chloride), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: asthma (including a history of worsening breathing after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs), bleeding problems, previous eye surgery, other eye problems (such as dry eye syndrome, corneal problems), diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, nasal polyps.

After you apply this drug, your vision may become temporarily blurred or unstable. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you can do it safely.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Nevanac is available in the following form and strengths:

• Nevanac Ophthalmic Suspension:
  • 0.1 %
• Nepafenac Ophthalmic Suspension:
  • 0.1 %

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.

Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

What should I avoid?

Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-94080/nevanac-ophthalmic-eye/details
2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/021862s008lbl.pdf
3. https://www.drugs.com/nevanac.html#side-effects