About bromfenac
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory eye medicine
Used for
- Reduces eye pain and inflammation after cataract surgery.
Usual adult dose
Usually one drop in the operated eye twice daily, starting the day before surgery and continuing for about two weeks.
Common side effects
- Eye irritation or pain
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light
- Corneal inflammation or damage, rarely
Important warnings
- May slow healing and increase bleeding risk.
- Use cautiously with corneal disease or a history of eye problems.
- Prolonged use may damage the cornea.
- Remove contact lenses before use; avoid touching the dropper tip.
Pregnancy
Use only if clearly needed; safety data are limited, especially late in pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Unknown whether bromfenac passes into breast milk; use caution.
Interactions
- Other eye medicines may need to be spaced apart.
- Using with corticosteroid eye drops may increase healing problems.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.