bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate at a glance
Medicine class
Ophthalmic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
Licensed use
Inflammation following cataract surgery in adults
Form
Clear yellow eye-drop solution containing benzalkonium chloride
Driving
Wait until any temporary blurred vision has cleared before driving or operating machinery
What is bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate used for?
The selected product is licensed only for:
Treating postoperative ocular inflammation in adults following cataract extraction.
How does bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate work?
Bromfenac primarily inhibits cyclooxygenase-2, reducing prostaglandins that contribute to inflammation within the eye after surgery.
bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate preparations and strengths
Eye drops
Route: Ophthalmic
Strengths: 0.9 mg/mL
How to take bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate
Use only in the prescribed eye or eyes. Wash your hands, pull down the lower eyelid and instil the drop without touching the eye, eyelids or other surfaces with the bottle tip. Close the eye gently; pressing the inner corner can reduce drainage into the nose. Recap the bottle promptly and separate other eye products as directed by the eye-care team.
Do not wear contact lenses during postoperative treatment.
Do not drive until temporary blurred vision has cleared.
Follow the product label and eye-care team's instructions.
bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate side effects
Common or expected effects
- No reaction was classified as common. Uncommon reported effects include eye discomfort, irritation, itching, redness, pain, discharge, eyelid swelling, light sensitivity and blurred or reduced vision.
- Other uncommon reports include cough, nosebleed, nasal drainage and facial swelling.
Get urgent medical advice
- Corneal surface damage, ulceration, thinning or perforation, which may cause increasing pain, redness, light sensitivity or worsening vision.
- Bleeding within ocular tissues or at the back of the eye, potentially causing floaters or reduced vision.
- Asthma or a serious allergic reaction, particularly in someone sensitive to aspirin or another NSAID.
bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate in pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are inadequate. Although systemic exposure from the eye drops is very low, use is generally not recommended unless the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. It should be avoided during the third trimester. Tell the ophthalmic team if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or think you may be pregnant.
bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate while breastfeeding
Clinically important infant exposure is not expected because maternal systemic exposure from the eye drops is negligible. The product information permits use during breastfeeding; discuss individual concerns with the prescriber.
bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate interactions
Formal interaction studies have not been performed. Important practical cautions include:
Topical corticosteroid eye drops
Combined use may delay healing and increase the risk of corneal complications, particularly in susceptible eyes.
Medicines that prolong bleeding, including warfarin, clopidogrel and aspirin
They may add to the risk of bleeding in ocular tissues around surgery, so the prescriber should review their use.
Antibiotic eye drops used with cataract surgery
No interactions have been reported, although dedicated interaction studies are unavailable.
Common questions about bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate
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What is bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate used for after cataract surgery?
It reduces postoperative inflammation in the eye and is licensed for adults.
Is bromfenac sodium sesquihydrate a steroid eye drop?
No. It is a topical NSAID that reduces inflammatory prostaglandin production.
Why can aspirin or ibuprofen allergy matter?
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