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Acuvail contains the active ingredient ketorolac tromethamine. It is a prescription eye drop used to reduce pain and inflammation after cataract surgery.

Pain and Inflammation After Cataract Surgery

Acuvail may be prescribed after cataract surgery to help reduce symptoms such as:

  • Eye pain
  • Swelling
  • Redness
  • Inflammation

It is usually used for a short period during recovery, as directed by your eye-care professional.

How Acuvail Works

Acuvail belongs to a group of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

It works by reducing the production of substances called prostaglandins, which contribute to pain and inflammation.

By lowering prostaglandin activity in the eye, Acuvail can help make recovery after cataract surgery more comfortable.

Important Note

Acuvail helps control pain and inflammation, but it does not treat an eye infection.

Use it exactly as prescribed and contact your eye-care professional if your pain, redness, swelling, or vision becomes worse.

Acuvail is an eye drop used around the time of cataract surgery to help reduce pain and inflammation.

Use it exactly as directed by your eye-care professional.

The usual dose is 1 drop in the affected eye twice daily.

When to Start Acuvail

Treatment usually starts 1 day before cataract surgery.

Continue using it:

  • On the day of surgery
  • For 2 weeks after surgery

Your eye-care professional may give you a different schedule based on your needs.

How to Apply Acuvail Eye Drops

  1. Wash your hands thoroughly.
  2. Tilt your head back and look upward.
  3. Gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket.
  4. Hold the container above your eye without touching your eye, eyelid, or eyelashes.
  5. Place 1 drop into the pocket.
  6. Close your eye gently.
  7. Press lightly on the inner corner of your eye, near your nose, for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  8. If both eyes are being treated, repeat the steps for the other eye.

Pressing on the inner corner of your eye may help reduce the amount of medication that drains into your nose and throat.

Keep the Dropper Tip Clean

Do not let the tip of the container touch your eye, fingers, or another surface.

This can contaminate the medication and increase the risk of an eye infection.

Using Other Eye Medications

If you use other eye drops, wait at least 5 minutes between medications.

If you also use an eye ointment, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist which product should be used first.

What to Do If You Miss a Dose

If you miss a dose of Acuvail, use it as soon as you remember.

If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.

Do not use extra drops to make up for a missed dose.

Use Acuvail Exactly as Prescribed

Do not use more drops or use them more often than recommended.

Contact your eye-care professional if your eye pain, redness, swelling, or vision becomes worse, or if you develop unusual symptoms after surgery.

Common Side Effects of Acuvail (Ketorolac):

  • Eye pain
  • Eye redness
  • Eye scratchiness
  • Feeling of something being in your eye
  • Headache
  • Sensitivity of eyes to light
  • Temporary blurred vision when drops are instilled
  • Temporary stinging or burning of the eye when drops are instilled

Serious Side Effects of Acuvail (Ketorolac):

  • Continued blurred vision or vision changes
  • Continued eye pain or burning
  • Decreased vision
  • Shortness of breath and/or worsening of asthma symptoms
  • Swelling of the eye
  • Swelling of the eyelid

Acuvail (Ketorolac) is available in the following forms and strength:

Acuvail: Vials (Eye Drops)

  • 0.45%

Allergy to Aspirin or Other NSAIDs

Tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had asthma, nasal polyps, hives, or another allergic reaction after taking aspirin or another NSAID.

Acuvail contains ketorolac, which is also an NSAID. People with this type of sensitivity may have a higher risk of an allergic reaction.

Seek medical attention right away if you develop swelling, wheezing, rash, or trouble breathing.

Increased Bleeding Risk

Acuvail may affect platelet function and can increase the risk of bleeding.

Tell your healthcare provider if you:

  • Have a bleeding disorder
  • Bruise easily
  • Take blood thinners
  • Take medications that increase bleeding risk

Your eye-care professional may monitor you more closely around the time of surgery.

Delayed Healing

Like other topical NSAIDs, Acuvail may slow or delay healing after eye surgery.

The risk may be higher if you are also using corticosteroid eye drops.

Use Acuvail only for the length of time prescribed.

Corneal Problems

Rarely, topical NSAIDs can cause serious problems with the cornea, the clear surface at the front of the eye.

These problems may include:

  • Corneal thinning
  • Erosion
  • Ulceration
  • Perforation

The risk may be higher in people who already have corneal disease, dry eye, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or complicated eye surgery.

Contact your eye-care professional right away if you develop worsening eye pain, severe redness, or vision changes.

Using Acuvail for Too Long

Do not continue Acuvail longer than prescribed.

Using topical NSAIDs for longer than recommended may increase the risk of serious corneal side effects.

For cataract surgery, Acuvail is typically used from 1 day before surgery through 2 weeks after surgery.

Using Other Eye Drops

If you use more than one eye medication, wait at least 5 minutes between different eye drops.

This helps prevent one medication from washing the other out of your eye.

Blood Thinners and Other NSAIDs

Tell your healthcare provider about all medications you use, including:

  • Blood thinners
  • Aspirin
  • Other NSAIDs
  • Corticosteroid eye drops
  • Other prescription or nonprescription eye medications

Some combinations may increase the risk of bleeding or delayed healing.

Blurred Vision

Your vision may be temporarily blurred after you use Acuvail.

Wait until your vision is clear before driving, operating machinery, or doing anything that requires clear eyesight.

Kidney Problems

Only a small amount of ketorolac is absorbed into the bloodstream when Acuvail is used in the eye.

Even so, tell your healthcare provider if you have kidney disease or other serious medical conditions so they can decide whether Acuvail is appropriate for you.

Stomach Ulcers or Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Because very little ketorolac reaches the bloodstream from eye drops, stomach-related NSAID effects are less common than with oral NSAIDs.

Still, tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of stomach ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, or serious reactions to NSAIDs.

When to Contact Your Healthcare Provider

Contact your eye-care professional if you develop worsening pain, redness, swelling, bleeding, discharge, or changes in vision while using Acuvail.

Do not use Acuvail for longer than prescribed without having your eye re-evaluated.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Acuvail?

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not use extra drops to make up for a missed dose.

Can I wear contact lenses while using Acuvail?

You should generally avoid wearing contact lenses while using Acuvail, especially while your eye is healing after cataract surgery. Ask your eye-care professional when it is safe to start wearing contact lenses again.

How should I store Acuvail?

Store Acuvail at room temperature, usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Protect it from light and keep it in its original packaging until you are ready to use it. Do not freeze Acuvail. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

How long can I use Acuvail?

For cataract surgery, Acuvail is usually started 1 day before surgery, continued on the day of surgery, and then used for 2 weeks after surgery. Do not continue using it longer than prescribed. Using topical NSAID eye drops for longer than recommended may increase the risk of delayed healing or serious corneal problems.

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Generic name:

Ketorolac

Formulation:

Vials (Eye Drops)

Strength(s):

0.45%

Quantities Available:

12mL, 24mL

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How to Order

How much Acuvail can I order at once from a Canadian pharmacy?

When ordering Acuvail (ketorolac) from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is standard for prescription medications to ensure continuous treatment without frequent refills.

Here’s what you need to know:

Dosage and Quantity: Acuvail is often prescribed for use in the affected eye(s) as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily starting one day before cataract surgery, continuing on the day of surgery, and for up to two weeks afterward. For a 90-day supply, this would typically involve ordering multiple vials as prescribed by your healthcare provider, ensuring you have an adequate amount for your treatment period.

Do you sell ketorolac?

No, we do not sell ketorolac directly on our website. However, you can still enjoy low prices on Acuvail, which contains ketorolac as an active ingredient. To purchase Acuvail, you will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider. We require this to dispense the medication. You can conveniently submit your prescription by mail, fax, or upload it through your online account.

Do you offer shipping of Acuvail (ketorolac) to the United States?

Yes, we ship Acuvail (ketorolac) to both the United States and Puerto Rico.

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