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(PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED)

Venpred

INDICATIONS:

Treatment of allergic and inflammatory conditions of the eye.

Prednisolone Acetate

Venpred

10 mg/mL (1% w/v) Ophthalmic Suspension
Anti-inflammatory Corticosteroid

FORMULATION:

Each mL contains:
Prednisolone Acetate ......................................................... 10 mg

DOSAGE:

Use as directed by physician.

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CAUTION:

Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act prohibits dispensing without a prescription.

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STORAGE AND CONDITION:

Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
Keep tightly closed and out of reach of children.
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AVAILABILITY:

5 mL white LDPE plastic dropper bottle.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:​

  • Acute untreated purulent ocular infections

  • Herpes simplex (dendritic keratitis)

  • Viral infections: Vaccinia, varicella, others involving cornea/conjunctiva

  • Fungal infections of the eye

  • Ocular mycobacterial infections, including tuberculosis

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WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

  • May mask or worsen ocular infections.

  • No antimicrobial agent in formulation—co-treatment may be needed if infection is present.

  • Risk of fungal corneal infection with long-term use.

  • Can cause corneal/scleral thinning → risk of perforation.

  • Use with caution in patients with history of herpes simplex keratitis.

  • Intraocular pressure (IOP) may rise with prolonged use → risk of glaucoma and optic nerve damage.

  • Posterior subcapsular cataract may develop with prolonged or heavy corticosteroid use.

  • May delay healing and increase bleb formation post-cataract surgery.

  • Systemic side effects may occur with prolonged or extensive use (e.g., adrenal suppression).

  • Punctal occlusion may help reduce systemic absorption.

  • Use in infants and children must be carefully considered due to risk of adrenal suppression.

  • Avoid contamination: Do not touch dropper tip to any surface or the eye.

  • Contains benzalkonium chloride – remove soft contact lenses prior to administration; wait 15 minutes before reinsertion.

  • CYP3A inhibitors (e.g., cobicistat) may increase systemic steroid side effects. Avoid unless benefits outweigh risks.

PHP 185.00 / Bottle
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