Description
Nepafenac is a topical NSAID used in the form of an ophthalmic suspension to reduce inflammation, pain, and discomfort associated with eye surgeries, such as cataract extraction. The active ingredient, Nepafenac, works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX), an enzyme responsible for producing prostaglandins, which are substances that mediate inflammation and pain. This eye drop formulation provides targeted relief and is typically recommended by ophthalmologists to manage post-surgical inflammation or acute eye conditions.
Key Features:
Nepafenac (0.1%):
- Action: Nepafenac is an NSAID that reduces the formation of prostaglandins by inhibiting the COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes, which play a key role in causing inflammation and pain.
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Benefits: It reduces pain, swelling, and redness in the eye by targeting the source of inflammation at the cellular level.
Uses:
- Post-Surgical Inflammation: Commonly prescribed after cataract surgery to reduce post-operative inflammation and pain.
- Relieves Ocular Pain: Effectively alleviates eye discomfort and reduces the risk of inflammation-related complications following eye surgery.
- Reduces Redness and Swelling: Helps in reducing eye redness and swelling due to various causes, including surgical procedures or eye injuries.
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Prevents Inflammatory Response: By inhibiting COX enzymes, it prevents the production of inflammatory mediators, offering sustained relief.
