PREDNISOLONE ACETATE

Prednisolone acetate is a steroid drug that is used to block various inflammations triggered by chemical or immunological causative agents. It effectively inhibits fibrin deposition, edema, capillary dilation, scar formation and phagocytic migration deposition of collagen.

Uses

Prednisolone acetate is used in the following conditions:

Different inflammatory and allergic ocular conditions
Allergic, catarrhal or vernal conjunctivitis
Inflammatory keratitis
Iritis and other inflammatory disorders of the anterior segment of the globe

Warnings

Do not give Prednisolone acetate to people with the following conditions:

Tuberculosis
Fungal disease
Sensitivity to any component of the formulation

Side Effects

Prednisolone Acetate may have the following side effects:

Elevation of intraocular pressure (IOP) with possible development of glaucoma and infrequent optic nerve damage
Posterior sub capsular cataract formation
Delayed wound healing
Systemic hypercorticoidism
Acute anterior uveitis
Perforation of the globe
Keratitis
Conjunctivitis
Corneal ulcers
Mydriasis
Conjunctival hyperaemia
Loss of accommodation
Ptosis
Ocular infection (bacterial, fungal and viral)

Precautions

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

Hypothyroidism
Cirrhosis
Ulcerative colitis
Congestive heart failure
Convulsive disorders
Thrombophlebitis
Peptic ulcer
Elderly
Diabetes mellitus
Hypertension
Psychological disturbances
Osteoporosis
Pregnancy
Lactation
Adrenal suppression
Infections

Interactions

Prednisolone Acetate may interact with the following medicines:

Amphotericin
Oral hypoglycemic agents
Insulin
Diuretics
Potassium supplements
Digoxin
Live virus vaccines

Overdose & Brands

If you think you have used Prednisolone Acetate more than the usual dosage, please seek medical help immediately.

Available Brands:

Celsus Prednisolone Acetate
Inflastat