Drug Notes - Trifluridine (Into the eye) | Lima Memorial Health System

Trifluridine (Into the eye)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to trifluridine.

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
This medicine is not for long-term use.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
Shake the eye drops well just before each use.
Lie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.
To 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.

Store this medicine in the refrigerator.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of the used medicine container and any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment. You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using any other products for the eye.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blurred vision or other change in vision.
Increased eye irritation (redness, swelling, or pain) than before you started using the drops.

Last Updated: 9/6/2024