Indications: inhibition of miosis during cataract surgery (but does not possess intrinsic mydriatic properties); postoperative inflammation after cataract surgery and other surgical procedures; preoperative and postoperative prevention of cystoid macular oedema associated with lens extraction and intraocular lens implantation; non-infectious inflammatory conditions affecting anterior region of the eye; post-traumatic inflammation in penetrating and non-penetrating wounds; seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.

Cautions: patients with bleeding tendencies or on anti- coagulants

Side Effects: transient burning or stinging; blurred vision, local oedema, keratitis, irritation, dry eye, lacrimation, corneal infiltrates (discontinue) and staining; photophobia; headache, and rhinitis occasionally reported.

Dose: ADULT and CHILD over 3 years, apply twice daily. preoperative, 5x1 drop over the 3 hours preceding surgery. Postoperative, 3x1 drop immediately after surgery, thereafter 3-5x1 drop daily for as long as required.