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 Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht).
Allergies: Some people who are allergic to ASA or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) also experience allergic reactions to nepafenac. Before you use these eye drops, tell your doctor about any previous side effects you have had to medications, especially NSAIDs and ASA. Contact your doctor at once if you experience signs of an allergic reaction, such as skin rash, itching, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face and throat.
Bleeding problems: Nepafenac eye drops may increase the time it takes for your blood to clot. If you have a history of prolonged bleeding time or a bleeding disorder, discuss with your doctor how Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
If you experience unusual irritation or redness of the eye or area around the eye, bruising, or unexpected bleeding, contact your doctor immediately.
Contact lenses: Contact lenses should not be worn following cataract surgery. Do not wear contact lenses while you are using nepafenac eye drops.
Diabetes: People with diabetes are at an increased risk of side effects that can cause the loss of sight. If you have diabetes, discuss with your doctor how Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Eye disorders: People with other eye disorders such as dry eye syndrome or those who have had complicated eye surgeries may be at risk of effects that could cause the loss of sight. If you have other eye disorders or have had complicated eye surgery, discuss with your doctor how Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: People with rheumatoid arthritis are at an increased risk of side effects that can cause the loss of sight. If you have rheumatoid arthritis, discuss with your doctor how Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Slowed healing: Topical NSAIDs, including nepafenac, may slow down the healing process. If you do not experience improvement in your condition, or if your eyes become redder, more painful, or more sensitive to the light, contact your doctor as soon as possible.
Vision: Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht) can cause blurred or reduced vision. If you experience these symptoms, do not drive or operate machinery until these symptoms go away.
Pregnancy: Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while using Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast feeding: It is not known if nepafenac passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are using Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Nevanac (Nepafenac-opht) have not been established for children.
