Drop information: Pterygium surgery
Drop information
Prednefrin forte (or Maxidex): this is a steroid eye drop. It is the main drop for reducing inflammation after your surgery. It is very important to take this drop. It is like powdered milk and needs to be shaken gently prior to instilling. It can cause a white deposit in the inner corner of the eye. Take this drop first. Use this drop 2 hourly for 2 weeks (8 times per day), then 6 times per day for 2 weeks, then 4 times per day for 4 weeks, then 2 times per day for 4 weeks.
Chlorsig: This is an antibiotic ointment. Take this last. Use 8 times per day for 2 weeks, then nightly for 2 weeks.
Drops: How to take
Always wash your hands before instilling drops.
The best two ways of taking drops:
- Rest the opened bottle facing towards the eye on the bridge of your nose. Pull down the lower lid with the other hand. Tilt your head back. Squeeze the bottle, one drop only, into the inner corner of the eye/lower lid.
- Pull down the lower lid with one hand. Rest the other hand, holding the open bottle facing towards the eye, on top of the hand pulling down the lid. Tilt your head back. Squeeze the bottle, one drop only, into the inner part of the eyelid. Wipe away any oveflow, gently with a tissue.
Please notify us if you are having any difficulties taking your drops.
Drops FAQs: Prednefrin forte
Prednefrin forte (and Maxidex) is a steroid in the form of an eye drop. It is used following surgery to treat or prevent inflammation which causes the eye to become red, sore, and the vision to deteriorate. It is the most important drop to use following surgery.
Yes, you do need a prescription to purchase Prednefrin forte. However, you will be provided with these bottles at the hospital, and invoiced separately.
Prednefrin forte can cause an increase in intraocular pressure, called a steroid response. It must be used with care in anyone who has glaucoma or if you are a steroid responder. Medications or drops may be given to lower the intraocular pressure if this occurs.
Do not use your Prednefrin forte bottle if it has in any way been tampered with (torn, broken, already opened or used, etc.) and we suggest going back to your supplier straight away once found.
Unopened, Prednefrin forte eye drops are required to be kept in the refrigerator between 2-8 degrees. Once opened, Prednefrin forte should be stored at room temperature (25 degrees). All Prednefrin forte eye drops should be discarded 4 weeks after opening.
Prednefrin forte drops should be used 2 hourly for 2 weeks (8 times per day), then 6 times a day for 2 weeks, then 4 times a day for 4 weeks, then 2 times a day for 4 weeks.
Certain patients are required to take Prednefrin forte for longer periods. You will be informed to do so by your doctor.
Prednefrin forte may cause some mild stinging. This usually lasts only for the first week or so. It is very rare for Prednefrin forte to cause an allergy, however, occasional patients may have an allergic reaction to the preservative element of the drop. If there is significant stinging or there is an increase in redness, please notify your ophthalmologist.
No. Always make sure your medication is within its use-by date before using it. If expired, please dispose of the bottle appropriately.
The Consumer Medicine Information pamphlet can be found at the web address below.
Eye drop FAQs: Chlorsig
Chlorsig is an antibiotic in the form of eye drops and ointment, for the treatment of various eye infections. Chlorsig is most commonly used for the prevention of a bacterial infection which causes the eye to become red, sore, and the vision to deteriorate after surgery.
No, you do not need a prescription to purchase Chlorsig. It is an over-the-counter medication available at your local pharmacy. However, you will be provided with this bottle from the hospital’s linked pharmacy.
Your doctor will prescribe you with the solution best suited to your needs for Chlorsig use. After Cataract surgery the drop form is used.
Do not use Chlorsig if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients listed on the bottle. Do not use Chlorsig if your bottle in any way has been tampered with (torn, broken, already opened or used, etc.) and we suggest going to your supplier straight away once found.
Unopened, Chlorsig eye drops are required to be kept in the refrigerator between 2-8 degrees. Once opened, eye drops should be stored at room temperature (25 degrees). All Chlorsig eye drops should be discarded 4 weeks after opening.
After cataract surgery, Chlorsig drops should be used 4 times day for 14 days (two weeks).
Some people may have allergic reactions to Chlorsig. The effects of this can include pain, irritation or swelling to the eye and eye area, rarely blisters, skin rashes or fevers.
No. Always make sure your medication is within its use-by date before using it. If expired, please dispose of the bottle appropriately.
The Consumer Medicine Information pamphlet can be found at the web address below.
Chlorsig:
https://www.aspenpharma.com.au/wp- content/uploads/PICMI/CMI/CMI_Chlorsig.pdf
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