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Indications

Acular LS is an ophthalmic medication used to reduce inflammation, pain, and itching in your eyes caused by seasonal allergies, cataract surgery, or corneal refractory surgery.

Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that inhibits the biosynthesis of prostaglandins, hormones that play important roles in your inflammatory response. When applied topically into your eyes, the drug provides analgesic and anti-pyretic as well as anti-inflammatory properties. These actions allow Acular LS to relieve pain, itching, and swelling in your eyes caused by various conditions.

Dosage and Administration

The administration regimen of Acular LS that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and eye condition being treated. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions for use and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic response during treatment. Do not use these eye drops more often than prescribed.

• Wash hands thoroughly before and after use
• Most adults instill one drop into your affected eye four times a day
• To apply, tilt back your head and gently pull down your lower eyelid
• Hold the dropper above your eye, look up and away, and instill a drop into the pouch you created with your lower eyelid
• Tilt your head down and close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes while pressing gently into the inside corner of your eye
• Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your hands or eyes, to avoid contamination
• Remove contact lenses before using Acular LS
• Wait at least 5 minutes before using any other prescribed eye medications
• After corneal refractive surgery, most adults use Acular LS for up to 4 days
• For cataract surgery, adults should start using Acular LS 1 day before surgery and continue for up to 2 weeks after
• Acular LS eye drops may be used 2 to 4 times a day for allergy relief
• Acular LS eye drops should not be used daily for more than 2 weeks
• Contact your healthcare provider if your eye condition does not improve or if it worsens
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets
• Keep eye drop container tightly closed and do not let the solution freeze

Side Effects

Acular LS may cause you to develop some side effects while reducing inflammation and irritation in your eyes. Speak with your healthcare provider to learn more about any symptoms that you might have during treatment.

Common Acular LS side effects:

• Mild eye pain, stinging, or redness
• Blurred vision
• Watery eyes
• Swollen or puffy eyelids
• headache

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Acular LS. Stop using these eye drops and contact your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following side effects:

• Severe burning, stinging, or itching eyes after application
• Wound that will not heal
• Eye pain, redness, or watering
• Changes in your vision, increased light sensitivity
• White patches on your eyes
• Crusting or drainage from your eyes

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Acular LS if you are allergic to ketorolac or any other NSAIDs. Call your healthcare provider right away if you notice any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:

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

Cautions

• To ensure your safety when using these eye drops, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had any of the following conditions:
  • Bleeding or blood-clotting disorder
  • Diabetes
  • Arthritis
  • Glaucoma
  • Dry eye syndrome
  • A condition requiring you to take a blood thinner
• Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant during treatment with Acular LS. It is unknown how the medication may affect your unborn baby.
• Ask your healthcare provider before breastfeeding while using Acular LS eye drops. It is unclear if the medication passes into your breastmilk and whether it could affect your nursing child.
• Do not use any other eye medications while using Acular LS unless directed to do so by your healthcare provider to avoid irritation and adverse reactions.
• Do not wear any contact lenses that have not been approved by your healthcare provider while using Acular LS.
• Using Acular LS for longer than 2 weeks may result in an increase in adverse effects and could worsen your condition. Follow your healthcare provider’s directions carefully to ensure the best results.
• Acular LS should not interact with other drugs and cause unwanted effects but to be safe you should tell your healthcare provider about all the medications that you take, including over the counter medicines.
• Do not administer Acular LS to any child without advice from your healthcare provider.

Form and Strength

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

• Acular LS eye drop strength:
  • 0.4%

The 0.4% Acular LS eye drops are available in volumes of 15ml.

FAQ

How do you use Acular LS?

Acular LS is designed to be instilled into your affected eyes 2 to 4 times each day to provide relief from inflammation and irritation caused by allergies or eye surgeries. The length of your treatment will vary depending on the reason for your eye irritation. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions for use for the best therapeutic response.

Can Acular LS eye drops be used long term?

Acular LS eye drops are designed to provide relief from temporary swelling, pain, and itching caused by allergies or eye surgeries. It is not recommended that you use these eye drops daily for longer than 2 weeks. For allergy relief, you can use these eye drops as needed. Speak with your healthcare provider to determine how often you can and should use Acular LS eye drops.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/acular-ls.html
2. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/medications/ketorolac-04-solution-ophthalmic
3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=4fad0873-f79c-4f07-9fac-5060be6b38fe&type=display