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Prolensa 0.07% Ophthalmic Solution

Nicole Fram M.D. · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Prolensa is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes to reduce inflammation and pain in the eye.

Prolensa is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes to reduce inflammation and pain in the eye. Used for Postoperative inflammation and pain following cataract surgery, Ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.

At a glance

Generic nameProlensa 0.07% Ophthalmic Solution
SponsorNicole Fram M.D.
Drug classNonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
TargetCyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOphthalmology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Bromfenac, the active ingredient in Prolensa, is a topical ophthalmic NSAID that works by inhibiting COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes, thereby reducing the production of prostaglandins in ocular tissues. This mechanism reduces inflammation, pain, and photophobia associated with ocular surgery and other inflammatory conditions of the eye. The 0.07% formulation is optimized for topical ocular delivery.

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