Ocular allergy/inflammation:
Indications for: INVELTYS
Post-op inflammation and pain after ocular surgery.
Adult Dosage:
1–2 drops into affected eye(s) 2 times daily beginning 1 day after surgery, continue for 2 wks post-op.
Children Dosage:
Not established.
INVELTYS Contraindications:
Ocular fungal, viral, or mycobacterial infections.
INVELTYS Warnings/Precautions:
Prescribe initially and renew only after appropriate exam. Corneal or scleral thinning. Glaucoma. History of herpes simplex. May mask or exacerbate ocular infections. Monitor IOP and for secondary infections in prolonged therapy (>10 days). Avoid dropper tip from touching any surface to prevent contamination of suspension. Remove soft contact lenses prior to therapy; may reinsert 15mins after dose.
INVELTYS Classification:
Steroid.
Adverse Reactions:
Eye pain, posterior capsular opacification; elevated IOP, optic nerve damage, visual acuity/field defects, cataract formation. May delay healing and increase bleb formation after cataract surgery.
Generic Drug Availability:
NO
How Supplied:
Susp—2.8mL (in 5mL bottle)
