Bromfenac vs. Nepafenac for Eye Inflammation: Important Differences and Potential Risks.

Bromfenac

Ilevro

(nepafenac)

Summary for Bromfenac

Prescription only

Bromfenac is a prescription eye drop. It helps relieve eye pain and inflammation after adults get cataract surgery. It works as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Bromfenac is available in a few strengths: 0.07% (brand name Prolensa and generic) and 0.09% (generic only). The usual dose is 1 drop in the affected eye once a day, starting the day before surgery and continuing for 2 weeks after surgery. Side effects can include eye pain and blurry vision.

Indications for Bromfenac

Eye pain and eye inflammation after cataract surgery in adults

Pros and Cons for Bromfenac

Pros

Used once a day
Can start to feel pain relief after a day

Cons

Can slow healing for some people
Contains sulfites, which might cause allergic reactions for some people

Common Side Effects for Bromfenac

Blurry vision (up to 8%)
Eye pain (up to 8%)
Feeling like there's something in your eye (up to 8%)
Sensitivity to light (up to 8%)

Warnings for Bromfenac

Allergic reaction
Slower healing
Bleeding in the eye
Problems with the cornea
Remove contact lenses before using bromfenac

Summary for Nepafenac

Prescription only

Ilevro, also known by its generic name nepafenac 0.3%, is an eye drop medication that adults and children can use to relieve pain and inflammation after cataract surgery. This medication is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The Ilevro (nepafenac) eye drop is placed in the eye(s) once per day, typically for up to 2 weeks after the surgery. Possible side effects include cloudiness in the eye and changes in vision.

Indications for Nepafenac

Relief of eye pain and inflammation after cataract removal surgery for people ages 10 years and older

Pros and Cons for Nepafenac

Pros

Works well to lower pain and inflammation after 2 weeks of treatment for most people
Used just once daily
Can use for children as young as 10 years old

Cons

Not for treating inflammation due to other types of eye surgeries or allergies
Might slow the healing process from surgery
No lower-cost generic available; brand name only

Common Side Effects for Nepafenac

Cloudiness in the eye (up to 10%)
Worse vision (up to 10%)
Feeling like there's something in your eye (up to 10%)
High eye pressure (up to 10%)
Eyes feel sticky (up to 10%)

Warnings for Nepafenac

Bleeding
Slower healing
Cornea problems
Take off contact lenses before placing medication in eye

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Bromfenac

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Bromfenac

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