Diclofenac is used to help keep the pupil of your eyes open during surgery. It is also used to help relieve pain and reduce inflammation of your eyes after surgery (e.g. cataract removal), or eye injury.
This medicine may also be used to reduce the symptoms of seasonal allergies or hay fever such as red, runny or itchy eyes.
Instil Diclofenac eye drops solution exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not use more or less than instructed by your doctor.
To use the eye drop solution:
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before using the eye drops.
- Tilt your head slightly backwards and look up.
- With the index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch.
- Instil the required number of drops inside your lower eyelid.
- Close your eyes. Using your index finger, apply gentle pressure against the corner of your eye (by the nose) for at least 2-3 minutes. This will help keep the medicine in your eye.
- Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a clean tissue.
- Wash your hands after each application.
Do not allow the tip of the dropper of this medicine to touch your eyes, eyelids or any other surface. Recap the eye drop immediately after use. If the eye drop becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eyes.
Do not share your eye drops with anyone else.
Instil the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal dosing schedule.
DO NOT double a dose to make up for a missed dose.
Do not use Diclofenac eye drops solution if you ever had an allergic reaction (e.g. rashes, breathlessness, swollen eyes) to this medicine or similar painkillers such as aspirin, ketoprofen, ibuprofen, and celecoxib.
Do not use Diclofenac eye drops solution if you are on your 3rd trimester of pregnancy. This medicine may cause harm to your unborn child.
Inform your doctor if you have the following conditions:
- untreated eye disease or infection
- bleeding disorder
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you are wearing soft contact lenses, you should remove them before applying the eye drops. Wait for at least 15 minutes before reinserting your lenses.
If you are using the eye drop after undergoing surgery on both eyes, use 2 separate bottles of eye drops (1 for each eye) to minimise the risk of infection.
Keep your appointments with your doctor. Your doctor needs to monitor your condition and check your response to the medication regularly.
Diclofenac eye drops solution may cause blurred vision. If affected, do not drive or take part in any activity in which you need to see clearly.
Other side effects include any of the following: eye pain, watery eyes, stinging or burning, and sensation of the eyes.
Some side effects may need immediate medical help. Alert your doctor quickly if you experience reddening, itching or swelling of the eyes and/or eyelids.
Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking or using any of these medicines:
- blood-thinning medicines e.g. warfarin
- eye drops or ointments containing steroids e.g. betamethasone, hydrocortisone
This list does not include all medicines that may interact with Diclofenac.
Always notify your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics such as traditional Chinese medicines, supplements, and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children.
Protect from light.
Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
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