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Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml Description
Prednisolone acetate 1% Ophthalmic suspension can be used on external eye parts to treat inflammation.
It comes in a 5 ml size.
What is Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml?
Prednisolone acetate 1% Ophthalmic suspension is a sterile eye drop used to treat inflammation caused by infections, injury, and surgery. It is also used to reduce swelling associated with bacterial infections.
Which animals/pets is Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml for?
Prednisolone acetate can be used for horses, cats, and dogs.
Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml uses
Prednisolone acetate:
- Comes with a dropper top to conveniently apply
- Treats pain and inflammation in dog's eyes
- Ideal for pain from injury, surgery, or infection
What does Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml do?
Prednisolone acetate contains 3 to 5 times the anti-inflammatory power of hydrocortisone based on weight. This product is a glucocorticoid which inhibits:
- Phagocytic migration
- Capillary dilation
- Fibrin deposition
- Edema
- (all of the acute inflammatory response)
- Scar formation
- Deposition of collagen
- Capillary proliferation
Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml side effects
Using corticosteroids for a prolonged period of time could damage the optic nerve from the development of glaucoma. It could also cause formation of posterior subcapsular cataracts or defects in fields of vision and visual acuity.
Secondary ocular infections have an increased risk, as prolonged use may suppress the immune response.
Secondary ocular infections have an increased risk, as prolonged use may suppress the immune response.
Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml ingredients
- Chemical Name: 11ß,17, 21-Trihydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3, 20-dione 21-acetate
Active:
- Prednisolone acetate (microfine suspension) 1%
What to know before using Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml
Talk to your doctor about other eye medication or drops your pet is using before you use Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic Suspension 1%.
Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet has any of the following symptoms:
Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet has any of the following symptoms:
- Difficulty breathing
- Itching
- Facial swelling
How is Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml sold?
Prednisolone acetate ophthalmic suspension, USP 1% is supplied sterile in opaque white LDPE plastic bottles with droppers with white high impact polystyrene (HIPS) caps as follows:
5 mL in 10 mL bottle - NDC 60758-119-05
10 mL in 15 mL bottle - NDC 60758-119-10
15 mL in 15 mL bottle - NDC 60758-119-15
Manufacturer
Sandoz, Pacific Pharma or other generic brand
Tips for using Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension - 5 ml
Before using, shake product well. Two to four times a day, apply 1 to 2 drops onto the eye.
Dosing frequency can be increased if needed during the first 24 to 48 hours of administration.
Do not discontinue therapy early, even if your pet seems to be getting better.
Dosing frequency can be increased if needed during the first 24 to 48 hours of administration.
Do not discontinue therapy early, even if your pet seems to be getting better.
Overview
Shake well before using. Instill one to two drops into the conjunctival sac two to four times daily. During the initial 24 to 48 hours, the dosing frequency may be increased if necessary. Care should be taken not to discontinue therapy prematurely.
Main Ingredients
Chemical Name: 11ß,17, 21-Trihydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3, 20-dione 21-acetate
Contains: Active: prednisolone acetate (microfine suspension) 1% Preservative: benzalkonium chlorideInactives: boric acid; edetate disodium; hypromellose; polysorbate 80; purified water; sodium bisulfite; sodium chloride; and sodium citrate. The pH during its shelf life ranges from 5.0 - 6.0.
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$149.97