Pred Forte (Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic) - Side Effects and Adverse Reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS

Adverse reactions include, in decreasing order of frequency, elevation of intraocular pressure (IOP) with possible development of glaucoma and infrequent optic nerve damage, posterior subcapsular cataract formation, and delayed wound healing.

Although systemic effects are extremely uncommon, there have been rare occurrences of systemic hypercorticoidism after use of topical steroids.

Corticosteroid-containing preparations have also been reported to cause acute anterior uveitis and perforation of the globe. Keratitis, conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, mydriasis, conjunctival hyperemia, loss of accommodation and ptosis have occasionally been reported following local use of corticosteroids.

The development of secondary ocular infection (bacterial, fungal, and viral) have occurred. Fungal and viral infections of the cornea are particularly prone to develop coincidentally with long-term applications of steroids. The possibility of fungal invasion should be considered in any persistent corneal ulceration where steroid treatment has been used (see WARNINGS).

Transient burning and stinging upon instillation and other minor symptoms of ocular irritation have been reported with the use of PRED FORTE^® suspension. Other adverse events reported with the use of PRED FORTE^® suspension include: visual disturbance (blurry vision); foreign body sensation; and allergic reactions.

REPORTS OF SUSPECTED PRED FORTE SIDE EFFECTS / ADVERSE REACTIONS

Possible Pred Forte side effects / adverse reactions in 55 year old female

Reported by a health professional (non-physician/pharmacist) from United States on 2012-01-09

Patient: 55 year old female

Reactions: Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome

Suspect drug(s):
Pred Forte

Possible Pred Forte side effects / adverse reactions in 55 year old female

Reported by a health professional (non-physician/pharmacist) from United States on 2012-01-13

Patient: 55 year old female

Reactions: Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome

Suspect drug(s):
Nevanac
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Cataract Operation
    Start date: 2011-11-03

Tetracaine Hydrochloride
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Cataract Operation
    Start date: 2011-11-03

Pred Forte
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Cataract Operation
    Start date: 2011-11-03

Vigamox
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Cataract Operation
    Start date: 2011-11-03

BSS
    Dosage: unk
    Indication: Cataract Operation
    Start date: 2011-11-03
    End date: 2011-11-03

Other drugs received by patient: Betadine Ophthalmic

Possible Pred Forte side effects / adverse reactions in 82 year old female

Reported by a physician from United States on 2012-02-01

Patient: 82 year old female weighing 59.0 kg (129.7 pounds)

Reactions: Swelling Face, Cataract, Swelling, Visual Acuity Reduced, Secretion Discharge

Suspect drug(s):
Pred Forte
    Dosage: 1 gtt, qid
    Indication: Ulcerative Keratitis
    Start date: 2010-08-01

Prednisone TAB
    Dosage: 40 mg/day down to 10 mg
    Administration route: Oral
    Indication: Rheumatoid Arthritis
    Start date: 2010-08-01

Prednisone TAB
    Indication: Ulcerative Keratitis

Other drugs received by patient: Lasix; Bromday; Cytoxan; Methalazone; Cytoxan; Levothyroxine Sodium; Durezol