Section 1 The use of ibuprofen in ophthalmology

Summary

In a study to assess the value of ibuprofen in ophthalmological practice, 138 patients were treated with 600 to 900 mg. daily for periods ranging from 6 to 45 days. Ibuprofen was used alone in 94 patients who had undergone operations on the eyeball, and as associated therapy in 44 patients with endocular inflammatory conditions. The results were compared with those obtained in similar groups of patients treated normally. An excellent to good response, in terms of pain relief and reduction of inflammation or swelling, was seen in 78.7% of the post-operative patients and in 75% of those in the second group treated with ibuprofen. The drug was well tolerated. Side-effects were minimal and there was no interference with post-operative healing or effect on endocular tension.

Key Words::

• Ibuprofen
• anti-inflammatory agents
• ophthalmology
• eye diseases