{"product_id":"prolensa-bromfenac","title":"PROLENSA (Bromfenac)","description":"\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is this medication?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBromfenac (Ophthalmic), Prolensa\/BromSite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOphthalmic Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID); Cyclooxygenase Inhibitor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBromfenac (Ophthalmic), Prolensa\/BromSite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis indicated for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe management of postoperative ocular inflammation and pain following cataract surgery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow does this medication work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInhibits cyclooxygenase 1 and 2 which decreases prostaglandin precursor production thereby lowering prostaglandins which are important inflammatory mediators. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat should I watch for while using this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore starting Bromfenac (Ophthalmic), Prolensa\/BromSite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emake sure your physician is aware of any allergies (NSAID) or medications you currently take, if you have a bleeding disorder, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, prior ocular disease, if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I take this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply to affected eye(s) once daily as directed.  Various practitioners have different preferences for how long prior to surgery the drops should be initiated and how long after that they should be used, but it is common to start one day prior and ending 14 days post-operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Take Bromfenac (Ophthalmic), Prolensa\/BromSite:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow instructions provided by physician\/pharmacy label, use consistently at same times each day unless otherwise directed, store at room temperature.  Apply light pressure to lacrimal sac (inside corner of eye near nose) for 60 seconds after application to prevent drainage of the drop from eye.                                                                            \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYou Need to Avoid:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Remove contact lenses before applying and wait at least 15 minutes after administration before reinserting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I miss a dose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you miss a dose of medication, try to take it as soon as possible.  However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take only that scheduled dose.  Do not take double or extra doses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I store this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep out of the reach of children at all times.  Store at room temperature, 15 to 25° C (59 to 77° F) protected from light, heat, and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed.  Properly dispose of any unused medication after the expiration date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are the possible side effects of using this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadache, local irritation, ocular hypertension, vitreous opacity, hyperemia (bloodshot eyes), abnormal sensation in eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote this is not a complete list of side effects, only common ones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BAUSCH HEALTH INC","offers":[{"title":"0.07% - 3ml Ophthalmic Solution - Canada","offer_id":47139891118398,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/0321\/7982\/products\/Prolensa.jpg?v=1695153570","url":"https:\/\/www.advochealth.com\/products\/prolensa-bromfenac","provider":"AdvocHealth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}