Flurbiprofen, Ophthalmic

What are other names for this medicine?

Type of medicine: nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Generic and brand names: flurbiprofen, ophthalmic; Ocufen Ophthalmic

What is this medicine used for?

This medicine is used in the eyes before surgery to keep the pupil from contracting.

This medicine may be used for other eye conditions as determined by your health care provider.

What should my health care provider know before I take this medicine?

If you have ever had an allergic reaction to an eye medicine, be sure to tell your health care provider.

Females of childbearing age: Tell your health care provider if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

How do I use it?

Use this medicine exactly as directed by your health care provider. If you are using it before surgery, follow your health care provider's instructions carefully so that your eye is properly prepared for surgery.

Wash your hands thoroughly before applying medicine to your eyes. Tilt your head back and gently pull your lower eyelid down to form a pouch. Hold the dropper directly above your eye, look up, and squeeze a drop of the medicine into the pouch. Close your eyes for a minute or two and with a fingertip press gently on the inside corner of your eye to keep the medicine from draining out.

To keep from contaminating the medicine, do not let the tip of the dropper touch your eye or any other surface. Do not rinse the dropper. Put the cap on tightly. Do not use the medicine if it becomes discolored.

What should I watch out for?

This medicine may make your eyes more sensitive to light. Wearing dark glasses will help lessen your discomfort.

If your symptoms do not improve in a few days or if they get worse, contact your health care provider.

Do not use this medicine for other eye problems unless your health care provider approves.

What are the possible side effects?

Along with its needed effects, your medicine may cause some unwanted side effects. Some side effects may be very serious. Some side effects may go away as your body adjusts to the medicine. Tell your health care provider if you have any side effects that continue or get worse.

Serious (report these to your health care provider right away): Eye irritation or pain that continues or gets worse.

Other: Temporary stinging or burning when you use the medicine, itching, or discomfort.

What products might interact with this medicine?

No significant drug interactions have been reported. However, other eyedrops may not be effective while you are using this medicine. Tell your health care provider if you are using any other medicines in your eyes.

Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, nonprescription, supplements, natural remedies, and vitamins) with you. Be sure that you tell all health care providers who treat you about all the products you are taking.

How should I store this medicine?

Store this medicine at room temperature. Keep the container tightly closed. Protect it from heat, high humidity, and bright light.

This advisory includes selected information only and may not include all side effects of this medicine or interactions with other medicines. Ask your health care provider or pharmacist for more information or if you have any questions.

Ask your pharmacist for the best way to dispose of outdated medicine or medicine you have not used. Do not throw medicine in the trash.

Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Do not share medicines with other people.