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Pred Forte (Prednisolone Acetate)
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Pred Forte
| Field | Information |
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| Medication Name | Pred Forte |
| Generic Name | Prednisolone acetate |
| Boxed/Label Warning | Prolonged use may result in glaucoma, secondary ocular infections, and cataracts. |
| Purpose | To treat inflammation of the eye. |
| Mechanism of Action | Corticosteroids inhibit the inflammatory response to a variety of inciting agents and probably delay or slow healing. They inhibit edema, fibrin deposition, capillary dilation, leukocyte migration, capillary proliferation, fibroblast proliferation, deposition of collagen, and scar formation associated with inflammation. |
| Dosage Forms | Ophthalmic suspension |
| Available Strengths | 1% |
| Dosage Frequency | Usually 2-4 times daily, or as directed by a healthcare provider. |
| Common Side Effects | Eye stinging, burning, or redness; blurred vision; feeling that something is in your eye. |
| Serious Side Effects | Eye pain, vision changes, signs of eye infection (swelling, discharge), thinning of the cornea or sclera, glaucoma, cataracts. |
| Drug Interactions | Other eye drops, especially those containing steroids; systemic corticosteroids. |
| Important Notes | Do not use with contact lenses. Shake well before using. Use caution if you have glaucoma or a history of herpes simplex eye infection. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature, away from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use. |
| Missed Dose | Use the drops as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time. |
| Alternatives | Lotemax (loteprednol etabonate), Durezol (difluprednate), Flarex (fluorometholone acetate) |
Pred Forte Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Lotemax (loteprednol etabonate) | Corticosteroid; reduces inflammation. | Often preferred for lower risk of increasing intraocular pressure. |
| Durezol (difluprednate) | Corticosteroid; potent anti-inflammatory. | More potent than prednisolone; use with caution. |
| Flarex (fluorometholone acetate) | Corticosteroid; reduces inflammation. | Another corticosteroid option, consult your doctor. |
Pred Forte Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Eye stinging or burning | Eye pain |
| Blurred vision | Vision changes |
| Feeling of something in the eye | Signs of eye infection (swelling, discharge) |
| Eye redness | Thinning of the cornea or sclera |
Pred Forte Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Ocular Inflammation | 1-2 drops every 1-2 hours during the first 1-2 days. | 1-2 drops 4 times daily. | Shake well before use. Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface. |
