What is Prednisolone Acetate: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan 13, 2021  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Prednisolone Acetate overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • prednisoLONE Acetate, Pred Mild, Pred Mild, Pred Forte

Generic Names:

  • Prednisolone Acetate

Uses:

  • Treats eye swelling, itching, and discomfort caused by allergies, injury, or other problems.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Ophthalmologic Agent

Forms:

  • Drop, Liquid

How it’s taken:

  • Into the eye

What is Prednisolone Acetate used for?

Prednisolone Acetate is a steroid medicine that comes in the form of liquid drops and is used to treat eye swelling caused by allergy, injury, surgery, or other conditions. It works by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Prednisolone Acetate should not be used if you have any type of eye infection. Common side effects may include mild stinging, burning, or irritation in your eyes.

What form(s) does Prednisolone Acetate come in

  • Drop

  • Liquid

What are common Prednisolone Acetate doses?

  • Eye Dropper 1gm

  • Eye Dropper 5ml of 1%

  • Eye Dropper 10ml of 1%

  • Eye Dropper 15ml of 1%

  • Bottle 10GM of

Common Prednisolone Acetate prescriptions

  • prednisoLONE Acetate
    10ml of 1% ophth susp (eye) bottle

  • prednisoLONE Acetate
    15ml of 1% ophth susp (eye) bottle

  • prednisoLONE Acetate
    5ml of 1% ophth susp (eye) bottle

How to take Prednisolone Acetate

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

  • 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.

  • 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 routeShake the eye drops well just before each use.

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

  • 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.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

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

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

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

Prednisolone Acetate contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to prednisolone or sodium bisulfite.

Prednisolone Acetate warnings

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

  • This medicine should be used only in the eye.

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

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Glaucoma (with long-term use)Cataracts (with long-term use)Eye infection

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have glaucoma, an eye infection, cataracts, or a history of herpes infection or tuberculosis.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • If you use this medicine for a long time, do not suddenly stop using it without talking to your doctor first. You may need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop completely.

Prednisolone Acetate interactions

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

  • If you use this medicine for a long time, do not suddenly stop using it without talking to your doctor first. You may need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop completely.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • This medicine should be used only in the eye.

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

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Glaucoma (with long-term use)Cataracts (with long-term use)Eye infection

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have glaucoma, an eye infection, cataracts, or a history of herpes infection or tuberculosis.

Prednisolone Acetate side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Severe or new eye irritation, redness, swelling, or discharge

  • Severe eye pain

  • Trouble seeing or vision changes

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