Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml

Question 1

How does Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml work?

Accepted Answer

Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml contains Prednisolone acetate and Benzalkonium chloride. Prednisolone acetate is a corticosteroid that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving eye pain and swelling. Benzalkonium chloride acts as a preservative.

Question 2

Can I wear contact lenses while using Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the colour of contact lens as it may be absorbed by soft contact lens. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before using Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml. Also, inform your doctor if you experience pain, stinging or abnormal sensation in the eye after using Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml.

Question 3

Does Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml cause blurred vision?

Accepted Answer

Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml may cause temporary blurred vision. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating heavy machinery.

Question 4

Can I stop using Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml on my own?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to stop using Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml without consulting your doctor as it may rarely flare-up inflammatory response such as retina swelling. Therefore, use Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml, please consult your doctor.

Question 5

Is it safe to use other eye medications with Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml?

Accepted Answer

Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml can be used with other eye medications if advised by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 5-10minutes between Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml and other eye medications.

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Pred Forte Ophthalmic Suspension 10 ml