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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml contains flurbiprofen which is an NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) medicine. It is used to control eye inflammation before and after eye surgery (such as cataract removal) and laser surgery. This medicine helps prevent pupil of the eye from narrowing. It also prevents intraoperative miosis (decreased pupil size) during surgery.
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Warren Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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OPHTHALMIC

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Not Returnable

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About Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used to control eye inflammation before and after eye surgery (such as cataract removal) and laser surgery. It also prevents intraoperative miosis (decreased pupil size) during surgery.

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml is composed of Flurbiprofen, an ophthalmic anti-inflammatory agent. It works by preventing the pupil of the eye from narrowing, thus making it easier to examine the eye, remove the cataract and replace a new lens by the doctor. It is also used to relieve eye pain and inflammation after surgery.

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml is for ophthalmic (for the eye) use only. Common side effects of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml include eye redness, irritation, burning or a stinging sensation at the application site, and temporary blurred vision. These side effects may not occur in every patient using this medication and differ individually. If the side effects persist longer or worsen, please seek a doctor's advice.

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml or other medications. Avoid contact of the tip of the dispensing container with the eye, eyelids, fingers, and other surfaces to prevent contamination. If you are pregnant and breastfeeding, inform your doctor before using Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml. This medicine may cause temporary blurred vision; hence drive only when you are alert and have clear vision. Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml should be used in children only if advised by a doctor.

Uses of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml

Prevention of intraoperative miosis and treatment of post-operative eye pain and inflammation

Directions for Use

• Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml is typically used 1-2 times a day, or as prescribed by your healthcare provider, based on the severity of the condition.• Before using eye drops, wash your hands thoroughly. Then, tilt your head back, gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket, and drop the prescribed number of drops into the affected eye. Close your eye and gently press the corner of your eye near the nose for 1-2 minutes to prevent the drops from draining out.• Avoid touching the dropper to any surface, including your eyes, to prevent contamination.

Medicinal Benefits

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml contains Flurbiprofen which prevents the pupil of the eye from narrowing, thus making it easier for the eye examination to remove the cataract and replace a new lens by the doctor. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that inhibits prostaglandins and maintains intraoperative pupil dilation (widening). It further relieves pain and inflammation of the eye after surgery.

How Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml Works

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml is composed of Flurbiprofen, an ophthalmic anti-inflammatory agent. It works by preventing the pupil of the eye from narrowing, thus making it easier to examine the eye, remove the cataract and replace a new lens by the doctor. It is also used to relieve eye pain and inflammation after surgery.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep out of sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml

An overdose of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml may cause stinging or burning of the eyes, and an increase or decrease in pupil size (dark area in the centre of the eye). Use this medicine as prescribed. Seek emergency medical help if an overdose is suspected.

Drug Warnings

If you have allergic reactions to medicines/NSAIDs (sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, or wheezing), asthma, viral eye infections, and bleeding and blood clotting problems, inform your doctor before starting Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines until you have a clear vision since the administration of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml may cause temporary blurred vision for a while.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Taking Ketorolac with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml 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 Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Taking Ketorolac with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding, ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml 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.
FlurbiprofenSulindac
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Taking Sulindac with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml with Sulindac can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like inflammation, bleeding, or stomach problems, it's important to let your doctor know. They can recommend other options that won't cause these issues. Don't hesitate to call your doctor right away if you experience any of these symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
FlurbiprofenPhenylbutazone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Taking Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml with phenylbutazone can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding and ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml with Phenylbutazone can possibly result in an interaction, 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 Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Co-administration of Sirolimus together with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Sirolimus and Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience 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 stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
FlurbiprofenDanaparoid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Co-administration of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml with danaparoid can increase the risk of bleeding complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml and danaparoid, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience bleeding or bruising, swelling, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without consulting a doctor.
FlurbiprofenDesirudin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Using desirudin together with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml may increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml with desirudin, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting, severe headache and weakness contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Taking Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml with Etodolac can increase the risk of side effects (inflammation, bleeding, ulceration, and rarely perforation).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Etodolac with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Taking Celecoxib with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml and Celecoxib, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. 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. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
FlurbiprofenMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml:
Using Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml together with metrizamide can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml 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.

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

  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Know your allergy triggers, such as pollen, dust and other factors.
  • Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
  • If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Always wash your hands before inserting and removing the contact lens. 
  • Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- INFLAMMATORY AGENTS
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Alcohol

Caution

There is limited information on how alcohol consumption affects Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml. Please consult your doctor before using Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you plan to conceive or are already pregnant, inform your doctor before using Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before using Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml.

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Driving

Caution

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml may cause side effects like blurry vision, affecting your driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have a clear vision

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before instilling Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before instilling Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml.

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Children

Caution

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml can be used in children only when advised by a doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml is used to control eye inflammation before and after eye surgery (such as cataract removal) and laser surgery. It also prevents intraoperative miosis (decreased pupil size) during surgery.

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml consists of Flurbiprofen, which inhibits prostaglandins, and maintains intraoperative pupil dilation. It prevents the pupil of the eye from narrowing, thus making it easier to perform eye surgery.

If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them while using Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after using the medicine to avoid contamination.

If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes between each medicine. Also, use eye drops before applying any ointments.

Avoid contact of the tip of the dispensing container with fingers, eyes, and eyelids when you use any eye formulation to prevent contamination of the medicine.

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml should be used for babies only if prescribed by a doctor. Do not give any medicine to babies without consulting a pediatrician.

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml may cause blurry vision temporarily. However, if this condition persists or worsens, consult your doctor.

No, Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml need not be refrigerated and can be stored at room temperature

Use Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml as frequently as advised by the doctor. Do not take more or less of Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml or more often than prescribed as it may cause unwanted effects. Please, consult the doctor if you do not observe any improvement upon using recommended dosages.

No, Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml is not an antibiotic or a steroid. It belongs to the class of medicines called NSAIDs (Non-steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs).

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml relieves eye pain and inflammation after surgery. However, it should be used only if advised by a doctor.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml or any other medications. Also, inform them if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of allergies (especially to NSAIDs), asthma, viral eye infections, or issues with bleeding and clotting before starting Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml.

If Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml are prescribed for a condition linked to long-term pain, continue using them as directed by your doctor. For short-term pain, they can be stopped once your pain is relieved. Following your doctor’s advice.

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml are generally safe when used in the dose and duration advised by a doctor. Do not use more than the recommended dose

Flurbin Eye Drops 5ml may cause side effects such as stinging or burning sensation of the eyes, and an increase or decrease in the size of the pupil, redness of the eye, and temporary blurred vision. If these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

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INDIA
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