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Flurbiprofen Sodium
Flurbiprofen - Ophthalmic


Flurbiprofen is used to stop the pupil of the eye from narrowing during eye surgery.

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Uses
Flurbiprofen is used to stop the pupil of the eye from narrowing during eye surgery.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Do not freeze.
  • Throw Flurbiprofen Sodium away if the solution turns brown, cloudy or contains particulate.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Flurbiprofen Sodium may be harmful if swallowed.

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How To Use
  • Flurbiprofen Sodium is used in the eye only.
  • For use in surgery, one drop is usually instilled into the eye every one-half hour beginning two hours before surgery.
  • To apply eye drops, wash hands first.
  • To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or let it touch your eye.
  • Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
  • Place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed number of drops.
  • Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 or 2 minutes.
  • Place one finger at the corner of the eye near the nose and apply pressure.
  • This will prevent medication from draining away from the eye.
  • Try not to blink and do not rub the eye or blink.
  • Do not rinse dropper.

Side Effects
  • Flurbiprofen Sodium may temporarily sting your eyes for a minute or two when you first use it.
  • If stinging persists or becomes bothersome, inform your doctor.
  • Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after applying eye drops.
  • Use caution if driving or performing duties requiring clear vision.
  • Notify your doctor if you develop: skin rash, eye pain, vision problems.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver or kidney disease, bleeding disorders, ulcers, heart disease, alcohol use, high blood pressure, certain eye diseases (cornea-related), diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, contact lens use, asthma, nasal polyps, any allergies - especially aspirin/NSAID allergy (e.g., ibuprofen, celecoxib).
  • Do not take aspirin without consulting your doctor.
  • Check the ingredients of any nonprescription medication you may be taking since many cough-and-cold formulas contain aspirin.
  • Caution is advised when Flurbiprofen Sodium is used in the elderly.
  • Flurbiprofen Sodium should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is not known if Flurbiprofen Sodium is excreted into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • Use the missed dose as soon as possible but not if it is almost time for the next dose.
  • If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.

Drug Interactions
  • Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use, both prescription and nonprescription, including: other eye medications, other NSAID medications (e.g.
  • aspirin, ibuprofen), blood thinners (e.g.
  • warfarin, heparin).
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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