Pred Forte (Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic Suspension) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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February 10, 2012

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PRED FORTE®
(prednisolone acetate) Ophthalmic Suspension, USP 1% Sterile

DRUG DESCRIPTION

PRED FORTE® (prednisolone acetate ophthalmic suspension, USP) 1% is a topical anti-inflammatory agent for ophthalmic use.

Structural Formula:

Chemical Name:

1113,17, 21-Trihydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3, 20-dione 21-acetate

Contains: Active: prednisolone acetate (microfine suspension) 1.0% Preservative: benzalkonium chloride. Inactives: boric acid; edetate disodium; hypromellose; polysorbate 80; purified water; sodium bisulfite; sodium chloride; and sodium citrate. The pH during its shelf life ranges from 5.0 - 6.0.

What are the possible side effects of prednisolone ophthalmic (Econopred Plus, Omnipred, Pred Forte, Pred Mild, Prednisol)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

pain behind your eyes, sudden vision changes, severe headache;
sudden eye irritation;
blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights; or
signs of...

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What are the precautions when taking prednisolone acetate ophthalmic suspension (Pred Forte)?

Before using prednisolone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as sulfites found in some brands), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: eye infections, recent eye surgery, cataracts, glaucoma (open-angle type), severe nearsightedness (myopia), diabetes.

After you apply this drug, your vision may become temporarily unstable. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist...

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Last reviewed on RxList: 5/6/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.