Flurbiprofen Sodium
PrescriptionNoms de marque : Flurbiprofen Sodium
About This Medication
DESCRIPTION Flurbiprofen sodium ophthalmic solution USP, 0.03% is a sterile topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory product for ophthalmic use. Chemical Name: Sodium (±)-2-(2-fluoro-4-biphenylyl)propionate dihydrate. Structural Formula: Each mL contains: Active: flurbiprofen sodium 0.03%. Inactives: citric acid, edetate disodium, polyvinyl alcohol 1.4%, potassium chloride, purified water, sodium chloride, sodium citrate. Hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide may be added to adjust pH (6.0 – 7.0). Preservative: thimerosal 0.005%. Diagram Description automatically generated
Principes Actifs
| Ingrédient | Dosage |
|---|---|
| Flurbiprofen Sodium | - |
Indications et Utilisation
Posologie et Administration
Side Effects Overview
Mises en Garde et Précautions
WARNINGS With some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, there exists the potential for increased bleeding time due to interference with thrombocyte aggregation. There have been reports that flurbiprofen sodium ophthalmic solution may cause increased bleeding of ocular tissues (including hyphemas) in conjunction with ocular surgery. There is the potential for cross-sensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Therefore, caution should be used when treating individuals who have previously exhibited sensitivities to these drugs.
Contre-indications
CONTRAINDICATIONS Flurbiprofen sodium ophthalmic solution is contraindicated in individuals who are hypersensitive to any components of the medication.
Frequently Asked Questions
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Flurbiprofen sodium ophthalmic solution is indicated for the inhibition of intraoperative miosis.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION A total of four (4) drops of flurbiprofen sodium ophthalmic solution should be administered by instilling one (1) drop approximately every 1/2 hour beginning 2 hours before surgery.
WARNINGS With some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, there exists the potential for increased bleeding time due to interference with thrombocyte aggregation. There have been reports that flurbiprofen sodium ophthalmic solution may cause increased bleeding of ocular tissues (including hyphemas) in conjunction with ocular surgery. There is the potential for cross-sensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Therefore, caution should be used when treating individuals who have previously exhibited sensitivities to these drugs.
CONTRAINDICATIONS Flurbiprofen sodium ophthalmic solution is contraindicated in individuals who are hypersensitive to any components of the medication.
Flurbiprofen Sodium is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
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- • DailyMed — Flurbiprofen Sodium drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Flurbiprofen Sodium label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 1243585 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Flurbiprofen Sodium (FDA National Drug Code)
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Sources des données : DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS