Pred Forte vs. Crolom for Asthma and Allergic Conjunctivitis: Important Differences and Potential Risks.

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Summary for Pred Forte

Prescription only

Prednisolone eye drops is a type of steroid eye drop. It helps treat eye inflammation in adults and children. The medication helps relieve symptoms like itchy eye, eye redness, and swelling in the eye. Prednisolone eye drops come as a generic as well as brand names like Pred Forte and Pred Mild. This eye drop is usually used in the affected eye(s) 2 to 4 times a day. Side effects can include temporary burning and stinging in the eye when you put the drops in.

Indications for Pred Forte

Eye inflammation

Pros and Cons for Pred Forte

Pros

Few side effects
Approved for both adults and children

Cons

Might have to use the eye drops up to 4 times a day
Some formulations contain sulfite, so not a good option for people with a sulfite allergy

Common Side Effects for Pred Forte

Temporary burning or stinging in the eye
Feeling like there's something in your eye

Warnings for Pred Forte

Risk of eye infection when used for a long time
Risk of eye problems when used for a long time
Slow healing of the eye after cataract surgery
Severe allergic reaction

Summary for Crolom

Prescription only

Cromolyn eye drop is an ophthalmic drop that helps relieve long-term allergy symptoms related to the eye, such as eye itchiness, watery eyes, and eye redness. It belongs to a drug class called mast cell stabilizers. Cromolyn eye drop is for people over 4 years of age. The usual dosage is 1 or 2 drops in each eye 4 to 6 times a day. It typically takes a few days to a few weeks for symptom relief. The most common side effects are burning or stinging when you apply the eye drops.

Indications for Crolom

Long-term eye allergy symptoms

Pros and Cons for Crolom

Pros

Helps both relieve and prevent long-term eye allergies
Most people have little to no side effects
Can be used in children as young as 4 years old

Cons

Takes longer to start working than other allergy eye drops
Have to use many times a day
Requires a prescription

Common Side Effects for Crolom

Temporary stinging or burning in your eye

Warnings for Crolom

Don't wear contact lenses

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Pred Forte vs. Crolom

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Summary for Pred Forte

Indications for Pred Forte

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Common Side Effects for Pred Forte

Warnings for Pred Forte

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Indications for Crolom

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Summary for Pred Forte

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Common Side Effects for Pred Forte

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Indications for Crolom

Pros and Cons for Crolom

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