Information About Acular LS Eyedrops (Ketorolac)
These eye drops contain the drug ketorolac trometamol. Used to treat itchy eyes caused by seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. Provides relief from swelling and redness after cataract surgery.
Ketorolac trometamol works by decreasing prostaglandin E2 levels in the eye. Prostaglandins, produced by the body, are associated with pain, itching, and inflammation. ACULAR eye drops are available only with a doctor's prescription from pharmacies.
Product Highlights
- Contains active ingredient Ketorolac trometamol.
- Treats itchy eyes from seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.
- Relieves swelling and redness after cataract surgery.
- Decreases prostaglandin E2 levels to reduce pain, itching, and inflammation.
- Available only with a doctor's prescription.
- Not for those allergic to ketorolac trometamol or listed ingredients
- Avoid if allergic to aspirin or certain NSAIDs.
Key Benefits
- Provides effective relief from itchy eyes due to seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.
- Helps reduce swelling and redness after cataract surgery.
- Works by decreasing prostaglandin E2 levels to alleviate pain, itching, and inflammation.
- Available only with a doctor's prescription, ensuring proper usage and supervision.
- Can be used before and after eye surgery, following specific dosing instructions tailored by your healthcare provider.
Direction For Use
- Use ACULAR eye drops only as prescribed by your doctor.
- Usual Dose for Itchy Eyes (Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis):
One drop into each eye four times daily for 2-4 weeks.
- Usual Dose for Cataract Surgery:
One or two drops into each eye four times daily.
Start 24 hours before surgery and continue for 2-4 weeks.
- Follow all directions given by your doctor carefully, as it may differ from this information.
- If using more than one eye drop product, wait 5 minutes before using the second product.
- If switching from one eye drop to another, follow your doctor's instructions on when to stop the old drops and start the new ones.
Safety Concern
- Obtain and use only under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
- Avoid if allergic to ketorolac trometamol or any listed ingredients.
- Be cautious if allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs, as there may be a risk of cross-reactivity.
- Follow your doctor's instructions carefully regarding dosage and duration of use.
- Do not use it if the seal is broken or if the product shows signs of tampering.
- Regularly monitor for any adverse reactions or changes in eye health while using the drops.
Avoid Taking if:
- You have an allergy to ketorolac trometamol or any listed ingredients.
- You have had an allergic reaction to aspirin or certain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used for arthritis or pain relief.
- The seal around the cap is broken.
- The bottle or packaging shows signs of tampering.
- The product does not look quite right.
- The expiry date on the bottle has passed.
