Vigopred 1% Eye Drop belongs to the class of corticosteroid medication or ophthalmic anti-infectives. It is used to relieve eye irritation, redness, burning, and swelling caused by chemicals, radiation, heat, infection, allergies, or foreign substances in the eye. Besides this, it is sometimes used following eye surgery.
Vigopred 1% Eye Drop contains prednisolone, a corticosteroid medicine. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling.
Use Vigopred 1% Eye Drop as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Vigopred 1% Eye Drop are application site burning or stinging sensation, redness and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects resolve gradually over time without the need for medical intervention. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.
Vigopred 1% Eye Drop is for ophthalmic use only. It should not be injected or consumed orally. You should not use Vigopred 1% Eye Drop if you are allergic to prednisolone, other corticosteroid medications, or any of the components in Vigopred 1% Eye Drop. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You may notice temporary blurred vision after using this medication. Before operating machinery or driving, wait until your vision returns to normal.