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Acular Ls Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Ketorolac tromethamine 0.4%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
NSAID.
See Also
How Supplied
Soln (5mL)—1
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
YES
Acular Ls Indications
Indications
Ocular pain and burning/stinging after corneal refractive surgery.
Acular Ls Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<3yrs: not established. ≥3yrs: 1 drop 4 times daily as needed for up to 4 days post-op.
Acular Ls Contraindications
Not Applicable
Acular Ls Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Acular Ls Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Do not administer while wearing contacts. Risk of contamination (avoid contact with tip of the bottle). Bleeding tendencies. Complicated or repeat ocular surgeries. Corneal defects/denervation. Ocular surface diseases. Diabetes. Rheumatoid arthritis. May delay wound healing. Monitor cornea; discontinue immediately if corneal epithelial breakdown occurs. Hypersensitivity to aspirin. History of asthma. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Acular Ls Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Acular Ls Interactions
Interactions
Concomitant topical steroids may increase risk of healing problems. May potentiate oral anticoagulants.
Acular Ls Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Transient stinging/burning, conjunctival hyperemia, corneal infiltrates, headache, ocular edema, ocular pain; ocular inflammation/irritation, superficial keratitis or infections, allergic reactions, increased ocular bleeding (including hyphemas).
Acular Ls Clinical Trials
See Literature
Acular Ls Note
Not Applicable
Acular Ls Patient Counseling
See Literature
