Acular Ls

Following corrective laser eye surgery: The recommended adult dose is 1 drop in the affected eye(s) 4 times a day for up to 4 days.

Contact lenses must be removed before using the eye drops and can be put back in 15 minutes afterwards. If you use other eye drops as well, wait at least 5 minutes between using Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht) and the other drops.

Follow your pharmacist's or doctor's instructions on proper use of the eye drops. To help prevent infections, do not touch the applicator tip to your eye or to any other surface. Wash your hands before using the medication.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to use Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, administer it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht) at room temperature, protect it from light, and keep it out of the reach of children. Discard the drops 28 days after opening.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Each bottle of sterile ophthalmic solution contains Ketorolac Tromethamine 0.4%. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzalkonium chloride 0.006%, edetate disodium, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust the pH to 7.4, octoxynol 40, purified water, and sodium chloride.

Do not use Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht) if you are allergic to ketorolac or any ingredients of the medication.

There may be an interaction between ketorolac eye drops and any of the following:

• corticosteroid eye drops (e.g., Prednisolone)

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht). Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht).

Allergies: If you are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid (Asa) or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g., Ibuprofen, Naproxen) you may also be allergic to ketorolac eye drops. If you are allergic to these medications, talk to your doctor before using ketorolac eye drops.

Bleeding: If you are having surgery and bleed easily or are taking medications that prolong bleeding (e.g., Warfarin), discuss with your doctor how Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht), and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Vision: Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht) can cause blurred or reduced vision. If you experience these symptoms, do not drive or operate machinery until these symptoms resolve. Although these symptoms usually improve over time, stop using the eye drops and contact your eye doctor if they persist.

Wound healing: Ketorolac eye drops may slow or delay the healing of wounds. You are at an increased risk if you have complicated eye surgeries, disorders of the cornea, Diabetes, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or several eye surgeries in a short time. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

Pregnancy: Ketorolac eye drops are not recommended for use during pregnancy, labour, or delivery.

Breast-feeding: Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are using ketorolac eye drops it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.. Ketorolac eye drops are not recommended if you are breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Acular LS (Ketorolac-opht) have not been established for children under the age of 18 years.