Diclofenac-Akos, eye drops 0.1% 5 ml

Diclofenac eye drops reduce the synthesis of substances that activate and maintain inflammation (prostaglandins) in the lesion, quickly reducing pain and inflammatory swelling. Diclofenac is superior to ibuprofen, butadione and acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) in its anti-inflammatory activity.

In the cornea and conjunctiva the active substance reaches maximum concentration 30 minutes after injection of the drug. In the systemic bloodstream Diclofenac is not detected in significant concentrations. It penetrates into the anterior chamber of the eye.

Indications

Diclofenac eye drops are indicated for the treatment of inflammatory processes of non-infectious nature (conjunctivitis, keratoconjunctivitis, corneal erosions, conjunctival and corneal inflammations after injuries, photophobia after corneal surgery), for the treatment and prevention of post-traumatic inflammations after eyeball injuries (penetrating and non-penetrating) as a supplement to antibacterial drugs.

The drug is effective in preventing miosis (pupil constriction) during surgical procedures for cataract, as well as in inflammatory processes after surgery, for the prevention and treatment of cystic edema of the central part of the retina (macula) after surgical removal of cataract.

Active ingredient

Composition

Eye drops 0.1% in the form of a clear colorless or light yellow solution.

1 ml diclofenac sodium 1 mg

Associates:

sodium chloride,

propylene glycol,

Sodium dihydrophosphate dihydrate (sodium phosphate disodium disodium disodium),

dodecahydrate sodium hydrophosphate (phosphoric acid sodium dodecahydrate 12-water),

disodium edetate,

sodium hydroxide (1 M solution, to pH 6.5-7.5),

water d/i.

How to take, the dosage

The drug shall be instilled into the conjunctival sac prior to surgery at 1 drop 5 times for 3 hours, immediately after surgery at 1 drop 3 times, then at 1 drop 3-5 times a day for as long as necessary for treatment.

Mode of dosing for other indications – 1 drop 4-5 times a day.

The duration of treatment with the drug is not more than 28 days.

Longer treatment requires detailed ophthalmologic examination and accurate diagnosis. As a rule, the therapy is extended from one to several weeks.

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Interaction

Diclofenac eye drops can be used with antiviral and antibacterial eye drops and ointments, eye corticosteroid drugs – in these cases, a break of at least 5 minutes between the use of different drops.

Special Instructions

Wearing contact lenses during treatment with the drug is not recommended. If it is impossible to refuse their use, the lenses should be removed at least 5 minutes before the application of drops, and put them on 15 minutes after application of the drug.

Diclofenac eye drops affect the ability to engage in activities requiring rapid reaction and increased attention, so do not drive vehicles and other potentially dangerous equipment while being treated with the drug.

Contraindications

With caution: “aspirin” asthma, epithelial herpetic keratitis (including in anamnesis); diseases causing blood clotting disorders (including hemophilia). Particular caution should be exercised in patients with gastric and duodenal ulcer in the acute stage and also due to the risk of bleeding in patients receiving anticoagulants; in pregnancy, during lactation, in patients of child age (over 2 years), elderly patients.

Side effects

Local reactions immediately after injection are possible: burning, redness of the eye tissues, visual disturbances, thread, edema, lacrimation, corneal clouding, iris inflammation.

Allergic reactions may develop: itching, redness and swelling of the skin and mucous membranes, angioedema of the face, chills, fever, increased sensitivity to light, erythema multiforme exudative, skin rash, nausea, vomiting.

In case of side effects, discontinue the drug and see a physician.

Overdose

It is unlikely if the prescribed dosage is followed.

Pregnancy use

In pregnancy, the use of the drug is justified if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.

Breast-feeding should be stopped during the use of the drug.

Pediatric use

It is contraindicated in children under 2 years of age.

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