Prednisolone acetate is a glucocorticoid that, on the basis of weight, has 3 to 5 times the anti-inflammatory potency of hydrocortisone.Glucocorticoids inhibit the edema, fibrin deposition, capillary dilatation and phagocytic migration of the acute inflammatory response as well as capillary proliferation, deposition of collagen and scar formation.
Indications:Apicort to moderate non-infectious allergic and inflammatory disorders of
the lid, conjunctiva, cornea and sclera (including chemical and thermal burns).

Do not take Apicort....
-If you are sensitive to any of the ingredient of Apicort.
-If you have Acute untreated purulent ocular infections, acute superficial herpes simplex
(dendritic keratitis), vaccinia, varicella and most other viral diseases of the cornea and
conjunctiva, ocular tuberculosis , and fungal diseases of the eye.

Warning:
1- In those diseases causing thinning of the cornea, perforation has been reported with the use of topical steroids.
2- Avoid contact with soft contact lenses.
3- Since Apicort contains no antimicrobial, if infection is present appropriate measures must be taken to counteract the organisms involved.
4- Acute purulent infections of the eye may be masked or enhanced by the use of topical steroids.
5- Use of steroid medication in the presence of stromal herpes simplex requires caution and should be followed by frequent mandatory slit-lamp microscopy.
6- As fungal infections of the cornea have been reported coincidentally with long-term local steroid application, fungal invasion may be suspected in any persistent corneal ulceration where a steroid has been used, or is in use.
7- Use of topical corticosteroids may cause increased intraocular Pressure in certain individuals. This may result in damage to the Optic nerve with defects in the visual fields. It is advisable that the Intraocular pressure be checked frequently.
8- Posterior subcapsular cataract formation has been reported after heavy or protracted use of topical ophthalmic corticosteroids.Patients with histories of herpes simplex keratitis should be treated with caution.
Important information about some of the ingredient of Apicarpin:
- This product contains Benzalkonium chloride as a preservative, may cause eye
irritation.

If you are pregnant or breast feeding:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice for advice before taking any medicines. Use in Pregnancy-Safety of intensive or protracted use of topical steroids during pregnancy has not been substantiated.

Always use Apicort exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Dosage: 1 to 2 drops instilled into the conjunctival sac two to four times daily. During the initial 24 to 48 hours the dosage may be safely increased to 2 drops every hour. Care should be taken not to discontinue therapy prematurely.

Increased intraocular pressure, with optic nerve damage, defects in the visual fields. Also posterior subcapsular cataract formation, secondary ocular infections from fungi or viruses liberated from ocular tissues, and perforation of the globe when used in conditions where there is thinning of the cornea or sclera. Systemic side effects may occur with extensive use of steroids.

Store between 15- 25°C; protect from freezing and discard four weeks after opening. On prescription only. Keep out of the reach of children. Shake well before use.