Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used after eye surgery to treat pain and inflammation. It may also be used for other conditions such as seasonal allergies. This medicine is used generally for short-term treatment only.

It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Uses of Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution

Post-operative eye pain and inflammation

Benefits of Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution

In Post-operative eye pain and inflammation

Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short term relief of post-operative eye pain, inflammation, and swelling. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain.

It may be used alone or with other eye drops. Do not use it too often as that can make it less effective. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily.

Side effects of Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Drketrol

Burning sensation
Stinging sensation

How to use Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Drketrol Ophthalmic Solution may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Fact Box

Chemical Class

Acetic acid Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)

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