Generic name: Flurbiprofen ophthalmic
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Ocufen?
Flurbiprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID).
Flurbiprofen ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to keep your pupils from constricting, or narrowing, during eye surgery.
Flurbiprofen ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use this flurbiprofen if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder; or
- asthma; or
- a severe reaction of sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, or wheezing after taking aspirin or another NSAID (aspirin, ibuprofen, indomethacin, naproxen, Advil, Motrin, Aleve, and others).
It is not known if flurbiprofen will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
Not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Ocufen
Use Ocufen (Ophthalmic) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Flurbiprofen ophthalmic is usually given every 30 minutes beginning 2 hours before your surgery.
Wash your hands before using eye medication.
To apply the eye drops: Pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.
Use only the prescribed number of drops. Use in both eyes only if your doctor has told you to.
Do not touch the dropper tip or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye and lead to serious vision problems.
If using this medicine in both eyes: You may be given 2 bottles of flurbiprofen ophthalmic. Assign a separate bottle to each eye, and use only that bottle in that eye (left or right).
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle(s) tightly closed when not in use.
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss the dose given before your surgery. The 2-hour timing is very important for this medicine to be effective.
Ocufen side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- eye pain or redness;
- an appearance of blood inside your eye;
- vision changes (your eyes may be more sensitive to light); or
- severe burning, stinging, or itching of your eyes.
Common side effects may include:
- mild burning or stinging; or
- blurred or hazy vision.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Ocufen?
Do not wear any contact lens that has not been approved by your doctor.
Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.