Voltaren Ophtha
Voltaren Ophtha is an anti-inflammatory pain reliever used locally in the eye to treat inflammation and pain.
How to Use
Dosage
The recommended dose is 1 drop in the eye 3-5 times a day.
Method
Wash your hands. Open the protective foil and take out one single-dose container. Open it by twisting the cap. Tilt your head back. Pull your lower eyelid down with one finger. Hold the container in your other hand and squeeze it gently so one drop falls into your eye. After dropping, press the inner corner of your eye with your fingertip for 5 minutes or keep your eyes closed. This helps the medicine work better and stops it from flowing into your throat. One container has enough for both eyes. Throw away the used container, even if some liquid is left.
Do not exceed 5 drops per day.
Possible Side Effects
- •Eye pain
- •Mild to moderate temporary eye irritation after applying drops
- •Eye itching
- •Redness of eyes
- •Blurred vision after applying drops
- •Damage to the outer surface of the cornea
- •Corneal ulcers
- •Corneal thinning
- •Shortness of breath
- •Worsening of asthma
- •Allergic reactions
Important Warnings
- Do not use Voltaren Ophtha if you are allergic to diclofenac sodium or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- Do not use if diclofenac or other anti-inflammatory pain relievers (like aspirin or ibuprofen) have caused hives, severe asthma, or severe runny nose.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before applying the drops. You can put them back in after about 15 minutes.
- If you use other eye medicines at the same time as Voltaren Ophtha, wait at least 5 minutes between applying different medicines.
- Be careful if you use steroid eye drops at the same time, as this combination can cause side effects to the cornea (the clear front part of the eye).
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- If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.
- Do not use Voltaren Ophtha during the last three months of pregnancy. Also, do not use it during the first six months of pregnancy unless your doctor says it's absolutely necessary.
- If Voltaren Ophtha eye drops make your vision blurry, do not drive or use machines immediately after applying the drops.