Why Are My Eye Drops so Expensive?

Dr. Sharon Orrange - March 13, 2018
The most frequently performed outpatient surgery in the United States is cataract surgery. After your cataract procedure, your doctor will prescribe several eye drops with the goal of suppressing inflammation and improving pain. Whether after a cataract or Lasik procedure, or if prescribed for another reason, these drops may cost you an arm and a leg. Here is what you need to know.
Antibiotic eye drops
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Why Are My Eye Drops So Expensive?

Dr. Sharon Orrange - September 25, 2014
The most frequently performed eye surgery in the United States is cataract surgery. After your cataract procedure your doctor will prescribe you several eye drops with the goal of suppressing inflammation and improving pain. Well, those drops may also cost you an arm and a leg. Here is what you need to know.
You may be given at least three different eye drops after cataract surgery, all at a hefty price. See More
Prolensa Eye Drops Are Now Available

Elizabeth Davis - June 05, 2013
After receiving FDA approval in April, Prolensa is now available for the treatment of inflammation and pain following cataract surgery.
There are already several non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) eye drops out there for use after cataract surgery, including generics diclofenac sodium (Voltaren) and bromfenac, and brand name Bromday. Bromfenac and Bromday have the same active ingredient as Prolensa, but are slightly stronger (0. See More