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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is used to reduce eye inflammation after cataract surgery in adults. It contains Bromfenac, which works by inhibiting the release of certain natural substances, such as prostaglandins in the eye, that cause pain and swelling. In some cases, you may experience mild eye irritation, headache, seeing floaters or flashes of light before the eyes, or increased sensitivity of the eyes to light. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using this medicine as it may cause discolouration of the soft contact lens.
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Composition :

BROMFENAC-0.09%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Optho Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is used to reduce eye inflammation after cataract surgery in adults. Eye inflammation after cataract surgery is a common condition in which eyes become swollen and red.  

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml contains Bromfenac, which works by inhibiting the release of certain natural substances, such as prostaglandins in the eye, that cause pain and swelling. Thus, it helps in relieving eye pain and swelling after cataract surgery.

Use Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed. Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is only for use in the eyes. Do not swallow or inject Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml. Your doctor will advise you on how many drops to instil based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience mild eye irritation, headache, seeing floaters or flashes of light before the eyes, or increased sensitivity of the eyes to light. Most of these side effects of Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children. You are not advised to use Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant, especially in the last 3 months of pregnancy, as it may harm the unborn baby. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml as it may cause discolouration of the soft contact lens. You are advised to maintain a 5-minute time gap between using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections. If you have diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, bleeding problems, dry eyes, or cornea problems, before taking Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml.

Uses of Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml

Treatment of Eye inflammation after cataract surgery.

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Please do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml contains Bromfenac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (pain reliever) used to reduce eye inflammation after cataract surgery in adults. Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml works by inhibiting the release of certain natural substances, such as prostaglandins, in the eye that cause pain and swelling. Thus, it helps in relieving eye pain and swelling after cataract surgery.

How Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml Works

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml contains Bromfenac, which works by inhibiting the release of certain natural substances, such as prostaglandins in the eye, that cause pain and swelling. Thus, it helps in relieving eye pain and swelling after cataract surgery.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml

  • Mild eye irritation
  • Headache
  • Seeing floaters or flashes of light before the eyes
  • Increased sensitivity of eyes to light

What if I have taken an overdose of Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml

Do not use Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml in more doses or more often than prescribed. If you use more drops, rinse eye with warm water. In case of accidental ingestion, take a glass of water or other fluid to water down the medicine. However, if you have still have any discomfort, please consult your doctor.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children. You are not advised to use Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant, especially in the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may harm an unborn baby. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml as it may cause discoloration of the soft contact lens. You are advised to maintain a 5 minutes time gap between using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections. If you have diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, bleeding problems, dry eyes, or cornea problems, contact the doctor before taking Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BromfenacIbuprofen
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BromfenacDiclofenac
Severe

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BromfenacIbuprofen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml:
using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and ibuprofen can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and ibuprofen can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness,ightheadedness,red or black, tarry stools,coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds,severe headache,and weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
BromfenacDiclofenac
Severe
How does the drug interact with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Diclofenac with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml will have an additive effect and may increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and rarely, perforation.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be possible interaction between diclofenac and Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml but you can take it if prescribed by a doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual bleeding or bruising or have other signs and symptoms of bleeding such as dizziness; lightheadedness; red or black, tarry stools; coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds; severe headache; and weakness. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
BromfenacApixaban
Severe
How does the drug interact with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Apixaban with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml may increase the risk or severity of bleeding which can lead to severe blood loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Apixaban with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml, it can be taken if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, or other signs and symptoms of bleeding, such as dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, you should seek immediate medical attention. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat Omega-3 fatty acids-rich foods such as sardines, mackerel, tuna, salmon, trout, and omega-3 fatty acid supplements.

  • Cut down your coffee intake as it may increase pressure in the eye and replace coffee with green tea.

  • Maintain a diet rich in antioxidants such as dark-green leafy vegetables, whole grains, citrus fruits, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, etc.

  • Avoid consumption of processed foods such as high-fat meats, sugary foods, dairy products, and fast foods as they may increase inflammation.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

NON-STEROIDAL DRUG

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is a Category C pregnancy drug, so it is not recommended for use during pregnancy in the last 3 months as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant so that Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is prescribed only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml may be safe to use in breastfeeding mothers if it is prescribed by a doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml may cause blurred vision for a short time immediately after using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml. So, drive only when your vision is clear after taking Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

FAQs

Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml is used to reduce eye inflammation after cataract surgery in adults.
Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml contains Bromfenac that prevents the release of certain natural substances such as prostaglandins in the eye that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving eye pain and swelling after cataract surgery.
You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the colour of the contact lens as it may be absorbed by a soft contact lens. Benzalkonium chloride also causes irritation in the eye especially if you have disorders of the cornea (transparent layer at the front of the eye) or dry eyes. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before applying Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, inform your doctor if you experience pain, stinging or abnormal sensation in the eye after using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml.
You are recommended to maintain a minimum of 10-15 minutes time gap between using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye drops. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml.
Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating heavy machinery.
You are not recommended to stop using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor as it may rarely flare-up inflammatory response such as retina swelling. Therefore, use Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml, please consult your doctor.
No, Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml need not be refrigerated. However, it should be stored at temperature not exceeding 25°C.
Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to create a pocket. Administer the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Please do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections.
The dosing schedule is decided by your doctor. Do not use more than the recommended dose.
If you have any of the following symptoms like, headache, eye redness, eye irritation (including burning or stinging), eye pain, eye allergy, or iritis (inflammation of the coloured area of your eye), you should contact your doctor immediately.
Avoid using other topical pain relievers while using Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml as it may delay healing process. You should consult your doctor before using other topical pain relieving medicine along with Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml.
The common side effects of Bromifen Eye Drops 5 ml are blurred vision, eye pain, and eye inflammation. If any of these symptoms persist or worsen please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Procter & Gamble, India P&G plaza, Cardinal Gracias Road, Chakala, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400099.
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