What is Nevanac: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 31, 2020

Nevanac overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Nevanac, Ilevro

Generic Names:

  • Nevanac

Uses:

  • Treats eye pain and inflammation after cataract surgery. This medicine is an NSAID.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Anti-Inflammatory

Forms:

  • Liquid, Drop

How it’s taken:

  • Into the eye

What is Nevanac used for?

What form(s) does Nevanac come in

  • Liquid

  • Drop

What are common Nevanac doses?

  • Bottle 3ML of 0.1%

Common Nevanac prescriptions

  • Nevanac
    3ml of 0.1% bottle

How to take Nevanac

  • Use this medicine as directed. Continue to use it for 2 weeks after surgery unless your doctor tells you otherwise.

  • Ophthalmic routeShake the eye drops well just before each use.

  • Ophthalmic routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

  • Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.

  • Ophthalmic routeTo use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.

  • Wait at least 5 minutes before you use another eye medicine.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.

  • Use this medicine as directed. Continue to use it for 2 weeks after surgery unless your doctor tells you otherwise.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Ophthalmic routeShake the eye drops well just before each use.

  • Ophthalmic routeTo use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.

  • Ophthalmic routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

  • Wait at least 5 minutes before you use another eye medicine.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

What to do if you miss a dose of Nevanac

Nevanac contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to nepafenac or to other NSAIDs.

Nevanac warnings

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have bleeding problems (such as hemophilia), diabetes, or rheumatoid arthritis. Tell your doctor about all eye problems or surgeries you have had.

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Slow or delayed healingIncreased risk of problems with your corneas

  • Do not use this medicine while you are wearing contact lenses.

  • Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Nevanac interactions

  • Some medicines can affect how nepafenac works. Tell your doctor if you are using a blood thinner (such as warfarin) or a steroid eye drop.

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Slow or delayed healingIncreased risk of problems with your corneas

  • Do not use this medicine while you are wearing contact lenses.

  • Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Nevanac side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Red or watery eyes, swollen eyelids, or vision problems

  • Slow healing of your eyes after surgery

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Bleeding, pain, itching, redness, or irritation in your eye

  • Blurred or hazy vision, sensitivity to light

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Feeling that something is in your eye

  • Sticky feeling in your eye

  • Dry eyes

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