Xamflam 1 mg, &3 mg Eye drops
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 04 April 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Reduction of ocular inflammation and prophylaxis of infection post-surgery.
Dosage (summary)
1 drop every 4 hours for 3 days pre-surgery; 2 drops every 2 hours post-surgery for 2 days; then 1 drop 4 times daily for 1 week, followed by 1 drop daily for 10 days.
Special Populations
- Paediatric patients
- Patients with glaucoma
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy not established; caution in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors may increase effects
- Topical NSAIDs may increase healing problems
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to components
- Herpes simplex keratitis
- Fungal infections
- Untreated purulent infections
Common side effects
- Eye pain
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Eye irritation
- Eye pruritus
Counselling Points
- Shake well before use
- Avoid contact with soft contact lenses
- Monitor for visual disturbances
Serious warnings
- Prolonged use may cause glaucoma
- Risk of cataract formation
- May mask signs of infection
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