Bromfenac ophthalmic is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Bromfenac ophthalmic is used to treat swelling and pain caused by cataract surgery.

Bromfenac ophthalmic may also be used for other purposes not listed here.

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger doses or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

If you miss a dose, use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and wait until your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Before using bromfenac tell your doctor if you are using a steroid such as prednisone, dexamethasone, or others. You may not be able to use bromfenac ophthalmic or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

Stop using this medication and get emergency medical help if you think you have used too much medicine, or if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or is especially bothersome.

You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to bromfenac.

Before using bromfenac ophthalmic, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

• asthma;

• diabetes;

• rheumatoid arthritis;

• dry eye syndrome;

• a drug allergy;

• a bleeding disorder; or

• more than one eye surgery in a short period of time.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use bromfenac ophthalmic.

FDA pregnancy category C: This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use bromfenac without telling your doctor if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known if bromfenac ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.