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Indications

Re-Fenac ophthalmic solution is used to relieve pain and calm inflammation in the eye following cataract surgery.

⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.

Pharmacology

Bromfenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-inflammatory activity. It is thought to work by blocking the synthesis of prostaglandins, through inhibition of cyclooxygenase 1 and 2. Prostaglandins are known to play a role in certain types of inflammation inside the eye. In animal studies, prostaglandins have been shown to disrupt the blood-aqueous humor barrier, widen blood vessels, increase vascular permeability, raise white blood cell activity, and increase pressure within the eye.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Pregnancy Category C. Well-controlled studies in pregnant women are lacking, so this medicine should only be used during pregnancy if the expected benefit outweighs the possible risk to the unborn baby. Nursing mothers should use Bromfenac ophthalmic solution with caution.

⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Dosage Reference

⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.

Adults: For the treatment of postoperative inflammation in patients who have undergone cataract extraction, one drop of ophthalmic solution should be applied to the affected eye(s) once daily beginning 1 day prior to cataract surgery, continued on the day of surgery, and through the first 14 days of the postoperative period.