How long can you use Durezol eye drops?
How long should Durezol (difluprednate) be used? Your length of treatment will depend on how your eye is healing. Most people will use the medication for at least 2 weeks. After that, your provider will examine your eyes and then tell you how long to continue.
What is the purpose of Durezol eye drops?
This medication is used to treat swelling and pain after eye surgery. It may also be used to treat a certain serious eye problem (endogenous anterior uveitis). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.
Is Durezol a strong steroid?
Durezol has been shown to be clinically comparable to the very potent betamethasone for postoperative inflammation with an equal likelihood of a steroid response.
Which is better Durezol or prednisolone?
Conclusions: Difluprednate administered QID is at least as effective as prednisolone administered 8x/day in resolving the inflammation and pain associated with endogenous anterior uveitis. Difluprednate provides effective treatment for anterior uveitis and requires less frequent dosing than prednisolone acetate.
Does Durezol cause glaucoma?
Prolonged use of a steroid such as Durezol can also cause: Glaucoma to occur for the first time (due to increased eye pressure) Cataract formation. Delayed wound healing, with possible perforation of the globe.
How long is Durezol good after opening?
As with most medications, this product should be stored at room temperature. Store it in a secure location where it will not be exposed to excessive heat, moisture or direct sunlight. Keep it out of reach of young children. Once opened, the product must be used within 30 days.
Can Durezol cause glaucoma?
Is Durezol safe?
Durezol may cause blurred vision and may impair your reactions. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Do not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.