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Indications

Acuvail is an ophthalmic anti-inflammatory medicine used to reduce swelling, pain, and burning after receiving cataract surgery.

Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that affects your inflammatory response by inhibiting the biosynthesis of prostaglandins. These hormones not only cause inflammation but are responsible for pain sensations. Thanks to its inhibitory actions, Acuvail can reduce discomfort and swelling associated with cataract surgery.

Dosage and Administration

The administration regimen of Acuvail eye drops will vary depending on the individual being treated. Follow all your healthcare provider’s directions for use and read pakcaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic response during treatment. Do not use these eye drops for longer than prescribed.

• Wash hands thoroughly before and after use
• Adults should instill one drop into your affected eye twice a day starting 1 day before your scheduled cataract surgery
• Treatment should continue the day of surgery and the next 2 weeks postoperative
• To apply, tilt back your head and gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pouch
• Hold the eye dropper over your eye, look up and away, and then instill one drop into the pouch you created with your eyelid
• Look down and close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes while gently pressing the inside corner of your treated eye
• Do not rinse the eye dropper or touch it to any surface, including your hands or eyes
• Wait at least 5 minutes before using any other prescription eye medications
• Do not wear contact lenses while instilling Acuvail
• Only wear contact lenses during treatment that are approved by your healthcare provider
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets
• Do not let the eye drop solution freeze

Side Effects

Acuvail may cause you to develop some side effects while reducing pain and inflammation. Talk to your healthcare provider to learn more about any symptoms that you might have while using these eye drops.

Common Acuvail side effects:

• Mild burning, stinging, or itching after use
• Swollen or puffy eyelids
• headache

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Acuvail eye drops. Stop using this medication and contact your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• Severe burning, itching, or stinging in your treated eyes
• Eye pain, redness, or watering after use
• Changes in your vision, increased sensitivity to light
• White patches on your eyes
• Crusting or drainage of your eyes

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Acuvail eye drops if you are allergic to ketorolac or other NSAIDs. Stop instilling this medication and contact your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:

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

Cautions

• To ensure your safety in using Acuvail, tell your healthcare provider if you have any of the following conditions:
  • Bleeding or blood-clotting disorder
  • Diabetes
  • Arthritis
  • Glaucoma
  • Dry eye syndrome
  • If you have recently had any other eye surgeries
• Do not use Acuvail in larger amounts or for longer than prescribed by your healthcare provider. Using Acuvail for longer than recommended can increase your risk of developing serious side effects.
• It is unclear how Acuvail may affect your child if used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Discuss the benefits and risks of using these eye drops while pregnant or breastfeeding during treatment with your healthcare provider.
• Do not wear any contact lenses that are not approved for use by your healthcare provider during treatment with Acuvail.
• Do not use any other eye medications while using Acuvail unless prescribed to do so by your healthcare provider.
• Acuvail is not expected to react with other medications, but you should tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take to ensure that you avoid adverse drug interactions, but especially if you take any blood thinner like warfarin.

Form and Strength

This anti-inflammatory eye pain medicine is available in the form of eye drops.

• Acuvail eye drop strength:
  • 0.45%

The 0.45% Acuvail eye drops are available in volumes of 24ml.

FAQ

How long should you use Acuvail?

It is recommended that you instill one drop of Acuvail into your affected eye twice a day for 2 weeks following your cataract surgery. Treatment should start the day before surgery and be continued the day of as well as the following two weeks. Follow all directions of use given by your healthcare provider to ensure the best results.

Is Acuvail a steroid?

Acuvail contains ketorolac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), that reduces pain and inflammation by inhibiting prostaglandin biosynthesis. These hormones are responsible for your body’s pain and inflammatory response. Thanks to this, Acuvail provides relief from eye pain, burning, and swelling following cataract surgery without the use of steroid drugs.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/acuvail.html
2. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/medications/ketorolac-04-solution-ophthalmic
3. https://www.abbvie.ca/content/dam/abbvie-dotcom/ca/en/documents/products/ACUVAIL_PI_EN.pdf
4. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=3cea5803-a446-4d2c-9747-f3fb034332c8&type=display