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Nepafenac ögondroppar

Nevanac

Granskad av Sid DajaniSenast uppdaterad av Michael Stewart, MRPharmSSenast uppdaterad 5 May 2025

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Tell your doctor before using these drops if you are allergic to aspirin or to medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Use one drop three times daily, unless you have been told otherwise.

Your eyes may become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. If this happens, wearing sunglasses may help.

Överblick

  • Nepafenac eye drops are a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory eye drop.

  • They are used to relieve and prevent eye pain and swelling after cataract surgery.

  • Use the eye drops exactly as your doctor tells you, usually starting the day before surgery.

  • Do not wear soft contact lenses while using nepafenac drops due to a preservative.

  • Eye drops in opened bottles should be discarded after four weeks.

  • If you notice eye discomfort, discharge, or increased light sensitivity, tell your doctor.

  • Avoid strong sunlight and sunbeds as these drops can make your eyes more sensitive.

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About nepafenac eye drops

Typ av medicin

A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory eye drop

Används för

Before and after eye surgery, to control inflammation

Även kallad

Nevanac®

Tillgänglig som

Eye drops

Nepafenac eye drops relieve eye pain and swelling which can be caused by cataract surgery. They are also used to reduce the risk of this occurring in people who are at particular risk of it. Nepafenac belongs to a group of medicines known as icke-steroida antiinflammatoriska läkemedel (NSAID).

Before using nepafenac eye drops

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine can only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start using nepafenac drops it is important that your doctor knows:

  • If you have ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine. It is particularly important that you tell your doctor if you know you are allergic to an NSAID such as naproxen, ibuprofen or diclofenac, or if you have ever had a reaction to aspirin.

  • If you have a tendency to bleed easily.

  • If you know you have an eye infection.

  • Om du är gravid eller ammar.

  • If you have diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis.

  • If you are taking any other medicines or using any other eye drops. This includes any medicines you are taking which are available to buy without a prescription, as well as herbal and complementary medicines.

How to use nepafenac eye drops

  • Before you start the treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside the pack. It will give you more information about using the eye drops and will also provide you with a full list of the side-effects which you could experience from using them.

  • Use the drops exactly as your doctor tells you to. There are two different strengths of nepafenac eye drops. If you have been prescribed 1 mg/ml eye drops, the usual dose is one drop three times daily. If you have been prescribed the 3 mg/ml eye drops the usual dose is one drop once daily. Make sure you know the correct dose for the eye drops you have been given.

  • You will probably be asked to start using the drops the day before you are due to have surgery, and to continue to use them for several weeks afterwards.

Hur man använder ögondroppar

  1. First wash your hands thoroughly.

  2. For most eye drops, you should not shake the bottle. Some suspension eye drops may need to be shaken before use. Check the label on your medicine first. Remove the cap, trying not to touch the tip of the bottle..

  3. It helps to do the following steps in front of a mirror:

  4. Luta huvudet lite bakåt och dra det nedre ögonlocket nedåt för att bilda en ficka.

  5. Hold the bottle upside down near to your eye. Try not to touch your eye with the bottle as you do this, but don't worry if you do.

  6. Gently press the base of the bottle to release one drop into your eye. Your eye can only hold about one drop of liquid, any more will over-flow down your cheek.

  7. Close your eye for a minute or two, and press gently on the side of your nose where the corner of your eye meets your nose. This helps to stop the liquid from draining away and keeps it in your eye.

  8. Repeat the process in your other eye if you have been told to use the drops in both eyes.

  9. If you need to administer more than one drop into an eye, wait a few minutes before repeating the process. If you need to use more than one eye drop medicine at a time, wait at least 5 minutes between each medicine.

  10. Replace the cap after use and store out of reach of children.

  11. If you have any difficulty using eye drops ask a pharmacist for advice. There are other techniques that may suit you better and devices available to help you.

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  • Take care not to touch your eye, fingers, or any other surface with the dropper of the bottle. This could contaminate the drops left in the bottle.

  • If your doctor has recommended you use another eye preparation as well as these drops, then leave at least five minutes between putting in nepafenac drops and the other preparation.

  • Remember to use the drops at regular intervals and try not to miss any doses. If you do forget, use them as soon as you remember (unless it is nearly time for your next dose, in which case just use the drops when they are next due). Do not 'double up' to make up for a missed dose.

  • When first put in, eye drops can make your eyes water and may sometimes cause blurred vision. If this happens, it should quickly clear. Make sure you can see clearly again before you drive, or before you use tools or machines.

  • Try to keep the appointments which have been booked for you with the eye clinic. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.

  • Nepafenac could cause your eyes to become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. Avoid strong sunlight and do not use sunbeds while you are using these drops.

  • If you normally wear contact lenses, your doctor will recommend you use glasses for a time following cataract surgery. This is to allow your eyes to recover from the procedure. There is also another reason why you should not wear contact lenses while you are using nepafenac eye drops. This is because they contain a preservative which can affect soft contact lenses.

Can nepafenac eye drops cause problems?

Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains some of the ones associated with nepafenac. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with the eye drops. The unwanted effects often improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine, but speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

Nepafenac side-effects (these affect fewer than 1 in 100 people)

Vad kan jag göra om jag upplever detta?

Eye discomfort or discharge, dry eyes, redness

If this becomes troublesome, mention it to your doctor

Increased sensitivity to light

Wearing sunglasses may help

Dimsyn

Do not drive and do not use tools or machines unless you can see clearly

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Important: occasionally people can be allergic to eye drops, particularly if the eye drops contain a preservative. If you notice a rash around your eyes, or any swelling or itching, stop using the drops and contact a doctor or pharmacist for advice. Long-term use of preserved eye drops may lead to eye irritation and symptoms of dry eyes. If your eyes or eyelids become red or inflamed after using the drops, contact your doctor for advice.

How to store nepafenac eye drops

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  • Förvara på en sval, torr plats, borta från direkt värme och ljus.

  • Eye drops in bottles only keep for four weeks once the bottle has been opened, so do not use the drops if the bottle has been open for longer than this. This will help to prevent the risk of eye infections.

Viktig information om alla läkemedel

Viktig information om alla läkemedel

This preparation is for use in the eyes only. If someone swallows some of it, go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital. Take the container with you, even if it is empty.

Denna medicin är för dig. Ge den aldrig till andra människor även om deras tillstånd verkar vara detsamma som ditt.

Om du ska genomgå en operation eller tandbehandling, informera den som utför behandlingen om vilka mediciner du använder.

If you buy any medicines check with a pharmacist that they are suitable to take with your prescribed medicines.

Behåll inte föråldrade eller oönskade mediciner. Ta dem till ditt lokala apotek som kommer att ta hand om dem åt dig.

Om du har några frågor om denna medicin, fråga din apotekare.

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Vanliga frågor

Can nepafenac eye drops be used for eye conditions other than those related to cataract surgery?

The article states that nepafenac eye drops relieve eye pain and swelling caused by cataract surgery and reduce the risk of these issues. It does not mention their use for other eye conditions.

What is the difference between the 1 mg/ml and 3 mg/ml strengths of nepafenac eye drops?

The primary difference is in their dosing frequency. The 1 mg/ml strength is typically used once drop three times daily, while the 3 mg/ml strength is usually administered as one drop once daily.

Are there any specific activities I should avoid while using nepafenac eye drops?

Yes, nepafenac can make your eyes more sensitive to sunlight, so you should avoid strong sunlight and not use sunbeds. Also, if blurred vision occurs, wait until you can see clearly before driving or operating tools and machinery.

What should I do if I forget a dose of nepafenac eye drops?

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not use a double dose to make up for a forgotten one.

How long can I expect to use nepafenac eye drops after my eye surgery?

You will probably be asked to continue using the drops for several weeks after your surgery.

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Författarbild

Michael Stewart, MRPharmS

Ansvarig för granskning av medicinbroschyrer – Konsult, Apotekare

BPharm (Hons), MRPharmS

Michael är en apotekare som arbetar i Midlands och South Yorkshire med mer än 20 års erfarenhet av att ge råd om läkemedel och medicinska tillstånd. Han har en stark bakgrund inom vårdutbildning och har producerat och levererat utbildningskurser för apoteksteam och personal inom vårdboenden, inklusive sjuksköterskor. Han har också bidragit till apoteksrådgivande styrelser för hantering av mindre allvarliga tillstånd i samhället.

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Sid Dajani

Sultan Dajani tog examen vid London School of Pharmacy 1994 och blev den yngsta valda medlemmen i Royal Pharmaceutical Society-rådet sedan dess grundande 1842.

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