What is Ophthalmic irrigation intraocular?
A sterile solution is used to clean the inside of the eye.The intraocular ophthalmic irrigating solution is used to maintain the natural state of the eye after a surgical procedure, such as surgery or a cataract.
This medication guide does not list all possible uses for intraocular ophthalmic irrigation.
Side effects of Ophthalmic irrigation intraocular
If you experience any of the following signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing or swelling of lips, face, tongue or throat. Seek medical assistance immediately.
Ophthalmic irrigation can have serious side effects. If you experience:
- Vision problems
- Eye pain or redness
- Increased sensitivity to light.
Some of the common side effects associated with ophthalmic irrigation include:
- Headache
- Mild eye discomfort.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
Lidocaine ophthalmic, Proparacaine ophthalmic, Balanced Salt Solution, Alcaine, Ophtha, and BSS
Warnings
If you experience increased sensitivity to the light, pain, or redness in your eyes after surgery, contact your doctor.
Before you take this drug
Tell your doctor about any of the following to ensure that intraocular ophthalmic irrigating is safe for you:
- Diabetes
- A brief history of
There is no way to know if intraocular ophthalmic irrigating will harm a baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant.
There is no way to know if intraocular ophthalmic irritation passes through breast milk or if the baby could be harmed by it. Inform your doctor if your baby is breastfed.
How to take Ophthalmic irrigation intraocular?
In the course of surgery, an intraocular ophthalmic irrigating solution is injected directly into the eye. An authorized healthcare provider will administer this injection.
What happens if I miss the dose?
You are unlikely to miss a dosage because you will be receiving intraocular ophthalmic irrigating in a surgical environment.
What happens if I overdose?
Overdoses are unlikely because this medication is administered by a health professional in a medical environment.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
There is no reason to believe that any other medications you may take orally or by injection will affect the intraocular ophthalmic irrigating solution used on your eyes. Many drugs interact with each other. Inform your healthcare provider about the medicines you take, including prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
