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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Flubi Eye Drops is used to prevent the pupil from constricting during eye surgery and to treat postoperative pain and swelling of the eye. It contains Flurbiprofen and Hypromellose which work by blocking the action of chemical substances that cause pain and swelling. Besides this, it provides a soothing effect and relieves irritation and dryness caused by decreased tear flow. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as redness, stinging or burning sensation in the eyes. Avoid touching the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate the product.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Ophthalmic

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Flubi Eye Drops

Flubi Eye Drops belongs to the class of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to prevent the pupil from narrowing or constricting during eye surgery. Also, Flubi Eye Drops is used to treat postoperative pain and swelling of the eye.

Flubi Eye Drops is a combination of two drugs, namely: Flurbiprofen (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) and Hypromellose (eye lubricant). Flurbiprofen works by blocking the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body involved in producing certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, it helps in relieving pain and swelling after eye surgeries. Hypromellose works by forming a lubricating, transparent, and moistening film on the cornea (surface of the eye) and artificial tears. Thereby, it provides a soothing effect and relieves irritation and dryness caused by decreased tear flow.

Use Flubi Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor. Flubi Eye Drops is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Flubi Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience eye redness, stinging or burning sensation in the eyes, changes in vision, itching of eyes, eye pain. Most of these side effects of Flubi Eye Drops do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Flubi Eye Drops, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor. Flubi Eye Drops is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. Drive only if your vision is clear as Flubi Eye Drops may cause blurred vision. You are not recommended to use any other eye drops while using Flubi Eye Drops unless advised by your doctor.

Uses of Flubi Eye Drops

Flubi Eye Drops is used to prevent constriction or narrowing of the eye pupil, treat postoperative eye pain and inflammation, and dry eyes. The detailed uses of Flubi Eye Drops are as follows:

  • Postoperative eye pain and inflammation: Flubi Eye Drops is commonly used after cataract or other eye surgeries to reduce swelling and discomfort.
  • Prevention of intraoperative miosis: Flubi Eye Drops keeps the pupil from constricting during surgery, aiding visibility for the surgeon.
  • Dry eyes: Flubi Eye Drops is used to relieve irritation and dryness.

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Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
  • Avoid touching the container tip to prevent contamination.

Key Benefits

Flubi Eye Drops contains Flurbiprofen and Hypromellose. Flurbiprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that blocks the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body involved in producing certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, it helps in relieving pain and swelling after eye surgeries. Hypromellose is an eye lubricant that forms a lubricating, transparent, and moistening film on the cornea (surface of the eye) and is used as artificial tears. Thereby, it provides a soothing effect and relieves irritation and dryness caused by decreased tear flow. Also, hypromellose may prevent eye damage in some eye diseases and may also be used in certain eye examinations.

How Flubi Eye Drops Works

Flubi Eye Drops is a combination of two drugs, namely: Flurbiprofen (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) and Hypromellose (eye lubricant). Flurbiprofen works by blocking the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body involved in producing certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, it helps in relieving pain and swelling after eye surgeries. Hypromellose works by forming a lubricating, transparent, and moistening film on the cornea (surface of the eye) and artificial tears. Thereby, it provides a soothing effect and relieves irritation and dryness caused by decreased tear flow.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Flubi Eye Drops

Use Flubi Eye Drops only as prescribed by the physician. It is advised not to exceed the recommended dose. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Flubi Eye Drops, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor. Flubi Eye Drops is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. If you have any bleeding or blood-clotting disorder or arthritis, inform your doctor before taking Flubi Eye Drops. Drive only if your vision is clear as Flubi Eye Drops may cause blurred vision. Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Flubi Eye Drops. Please do not touch the tip of the container to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Flubi Eye Drops and cause eye infections. You are not recommended to use any other eye drops while using Flubi Eye Drops unless advised by your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Taking Ketorolac with Flubi Eye Drops can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flubi Eye Drops with Ketorolac is not recommended, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache and weakness contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Taking Ketorolac with Flubi Eye Drops can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flubi Eye Drops with Ketorolac tromethamine is not recommended, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache and weakness contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
FlurbiprofenMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Using Flubi Eye Drops together with metrizamide can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Flubi Eye Drops and Metrizamide together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Taking Flubi Eye Drops with Deferasirox can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and peptic ulcer.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Flubi Eye Drops with Deferasirox can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. This risk is higher in older people with certain blood disorders or low platelet counts.If you have symptoms like stomach pain, bloating, dizziness, or black stools, it's important to consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Co-administration use of Diclofenac with Flubiprofen may increase the risk of stomach bleeding and ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
There is a possibility of interaction between Diclofenac and Flubiprofen but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like Nausea, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, burning in stomach, acidity, severe headache and weakness. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Taking tacrolimus with Flubi Eye Drops will have additive effect and may increase risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tacrolimus and Flubi Eye Drops together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Using piroxicam together with Flubi Eye Drops may increase the risk of side effects such as inflammation(swelling with redness and pain), bleeding and ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Flubi Eye Drops and Piroxicam, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Using Flubi Eye Drops with Leflunomide can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Flubi Eye Drops and Leflunomide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs, it's important to contact your doctor right away: liver problems, liver disease, unusual liver enzyme levels, fever, chills, joint discomfort, swelling, bruises, skin irritation, itching, loss of appetite, tiredness, feeling sick, throwing up, dark urine, or bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
FlurbiprofenVorapaxar
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Taking Flubi Eye Drops with Vorapaxar can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flubi Eye Drops with Vorapaxar together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these signs, it's important to contact your doctor right away: bleeding, pain, swelling, headache, dizziness, weakness, vaginal bleeding, nosebleeds, bleeding gums, bruising, red or brown urine, red or black stools, severe and dangerous bleeding, complications, bleeding, bruising, feeling lightheaded, black or tarry stools, severe headache, bleeding or vomiting. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Flubi Eye Drops:
Coadministration of Flubi Eye Drops and Apixaban co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining Flubi Eye Drops and Apixaban may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
  • Eat foods rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Foods containing flavonoids such as soy, berries, broccoli, grapes, and green tea help reduce inflammation.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[NON-STEROIDAL DRUG]

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

The interaction of alcohol with Flubi Eye Drops is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Flubi Eye Drops.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Flubi Eye Drops is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Flubi Eye Drops is excreted in human milk. Flubi Eye Drops is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Flubi Eye Drops may cause vision changes. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding using Flubi Eye Drops in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding using Flubi Eye Drops in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Flubi Eye Drops is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor.

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Heart

Let your doctor know if you have heart disease before using Flubi Eye Drops. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Flubi Eye Drops should be used with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. Seek medical advice before using Flubi Eye Drops.

FAQs

Flubi Eye Drops contains Flurbiprofen and Hypromellose. Flurbiprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that works by blocking the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, helps in relieving pain and swelling after eye surgeries. Hypromellose is an eye lubricant that works by forming a lubricating, transparent, and moistening film on the cornea (surface of the eye) and is used as artificial tears. Thereby, it provides a soothing effect and relieves irritation and dryness caused by decreased tear flow.

You are recommended not to use any other eye drops while using Flubi Eye Drops unless advised by a doctor. However, please consult a doctor before using Flubi Eye Drops with other medicines.

Flubi Eye Drops may cause blurred vision as a temporary side effect. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

You are recommended to use Flubi Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after using Flubi Eye Drops for 3 weeks, please consult a doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Optho Remedies Pvt.Ltd. 28, MNNIT Industrial Estate, Teliarganj, Allahabad. Uttar Pradesh, India PIN - 211004
Other Info - FLU0297

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