Apdrops Eye Drops

Composition of Apdrops Eye Drops

Apdrops Eye Drops contains Moxifloxacin (0.5%w/v). It belongs to the Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID); COX inhibitor (ophthalmic) class of medicines.

Uses of Apdrops Eye Drops

Treatment of eye pain and inflammation after cataract surgery; relief of postoperative ocular inflammation

Key benefits

• Reduces postoperative eye inflammation
• Relieves eye pain after cataract surgery
• Decreases prostaglandin-mediated swelling and redness
• Improves comfort and recovery after ocular surgery

How Apdrops Eye Drops works

Nepafenac is a prodrug that penetrates the eye and is converted to amfenac, an NSAID. It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin production and thereby decreasing pain and inflammation.

How to take Apdrops Eye Drops

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Apdrops Eye Drops

Most side effects of Apdrops are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Burning/stinging in eye
• eye pain
• blurred vision
• foreign body sensation
• sticky eyes
• conjunctival redness
• itching
• increased tearing
• headache

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Apdrops Eye Drops

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with bleeding tendency or on anticoagulants (NSAIDs may increase bleeding time). Prolonged use may delay corneal healing and rarely cause corneal adverse events; seek urgent care for worsening pain, vision changes, or increased redness. Avoid use if allergic to nepafenac/other NSAIDs. Not recommended in active ocular infections unless advised by an ophthalmologist. Use caution in dry eye, corneal epithelial defects, or complicated ocular surgeries.

Do not take Apdrops if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Generally avoided in children and adolescents, in pregnancy, and in anyone with a history of tendon problems with these antibiotics.

Interactions with other medicines

Other topical ophthalmic NSAIDs or corticosteroids (increased risk of delayed healing/corneal effects), anticoagulants/antiplatelets (may increase bleeding risk), concurrent multiple eye drops (separate by 5–10 minutes)

How to store Apdrops Eye Drops

Store below 25°C. Protect from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep bottle tightly closed. Discard as per label/typically within 4 weeks of opening.

Expert advice for Apdrops Eye Drops

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>You have been prescribed Apdrops Eye Drop for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.</li> <li>Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.</li> <li>Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.</li> <li>Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.</li> <li>Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.</li> <li>It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.</li> <li>Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.</li> <li>Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

AJANTA PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory (NSAID)

Drug class:

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID); COX inhibitor (ophthalmic)