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What is Econopred
Prednisolone acetateThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryPrednisolone acetate is a medication made up of prednisolone, which is connected to an acetate molecule. It was approved by the FDA in 1955 and is used to treat a variety of medical conditions.
Blephamideis the brand name
Econopred Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Blephamide
Prednisolone acetate
1961
39
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Prednisolone acetate, also known as Blephamide, is approved by the FDA for 3 uses including Organ Transplantation and Inflammation .Organ Transplantation
Inflammation
Inflammatory Conditions
Helps manage Inflammatory Conditions
Effectiveness
How Econopred Affects PatientsCorticosteroids help reduce inflammation by blocking pro-inflammatory signals and sending out anti-inflammatory signals. Prednisolone acetate works fast, but wears off quickly with a half life of 2-3 hours. It is safe to take in larger doses than what the body produces naturally. However, patients should be aware that this drug can suppress the body’s natural hormone system and make them more susceptible to infections.
How Econopred works in the bodyCorticosteroids reduce inflammation in the body by stopping white blood cells from moving to sites of inflammation and by blocking certain enzymes from forming. When taken in lower doses, corticosteroids can help reduce inflammation, but when taken in higher doses for a longer period of time, they can suppress the immune system. High doses of corticosteroids also increase sodium levels and decrease potassium levels.
When to interrupt dosage
The prescribed dose of Econopred is subject to the determined condition, including Ocular Infections, Irritations and Inflammations, Ocular Inflammation and Inflammatory Conditions. The dosage depends on the technique of delivery (e.g. Ophthalmic or Solution / drops - Ophthalmic) listed in the table underneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
superficial ocular infections
0.002 mg/mg, , 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.2 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 1.0 %, 0.12 %, 0.006 mg/mg, 0.5 %, 1.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mg, 1.25 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 16.7 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg
, Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic; Topical, Ophthalmic; Topical, Kit, Kit - Ophthalmic
Conjunctivitis
0.002 mg/mg, , 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.2 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 1.0 %, 0.12 %, 0.006 mg/mg, 0.5 %, 1.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mg, 1.25 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 16.7 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg
, Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic; Topical, Ophthalmic; Topical, Kit, Kit - Ophthalmic
Ocular Infections, Irritations and Inflammations
0.002 mg/mg, , 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.2 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 1.0 %, 0.12 %, 0.006 mg/mg, 0.5 %, 1.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mg, 1.25 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 16.7 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg
, Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic; Topical, Ophthalmic; Topical, Kit, Kit - Ophthalmic
Organ Transplantation
0.002 mg/mg, , 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.2 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 1.0 %, 0.12 %, 0.006 mg/mg, 0.5 %, 1.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mg, 1.25 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 16.7 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg
, Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic; Topical, Ophthalmic; Topical, Kit, Kit - Ophthalmic
Eye Infections, Bacterial
0.002 mg/mg, , 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.2 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 1.0 %, 0.12 %, 0.006 mg/mg, 0.5 %, 1.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mg, 1.25 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 16.7 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg
, Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic; Topical, Ophthalmic; Topical, Kit, Kit - Ophthalmic
Inflammation
0.002 mg/mg, , 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.2 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 1.0 %, 0.12 %, 0.006 mg/mg, 0.5 %, 1.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mg, 1.25 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 16.7 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg
, Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic; Topical, Ophthalmic; Topical, Kit, Kit - Ophthalmic
Inflammatory Conditions
0.002 mg/mg, , 10.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 1.2 mg/mL, 0.2 %, 1.0 %, 0.12 %, 0.006 mg/mg, 0.5 %, 1.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mg, 1.25 mg, 5.0 mg/mL, 16.7 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg
, Ophthalmic, Ointment, Ointment - Ophthalmic, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Ointment - Ophthalmic; Topical, Ophthalmic; Topical, Kit, Kit - Ophthalmic
Warnings
Econopred has a single contraindication, so it should not be utilized in cases of the conditions listed in the following table.Econopred ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Prednisolone Acetate may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Econopred Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Abemaciclib
Major
The metabolism of Abemaciclib can be increased when combined with Prednisolone acetate.
Acalabrutinib
Major
The metabolism of Acalabrutinib can be increased when combined with Prednisolone acetate.
Alectinib
Major
The metabolism of Alectinib can be increased when combined with Prednisolone acetate.
Alpelisib
Major
The metabolism of Alpelisib can be increased when combined with Prednisolone acetate.
Aminophylline
Major
The metabolism of Aminophylline can be increased when combined with Prednisolone acetate.
Econopred Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of prednisolone acetate for mice is 1680 mg/kg. Someone who has overdosed on oral prednisolone acetate may experience an increase in the negative effects associated with corticosteroids. To treat an overdose, a doctor may suggest inducing vomiting, reducing the dose, or alternate-day therapy. An overdose through the ophthalmic route is not expected to lead to any problems.
Econopred Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Econopred?
189 active trials are being conducted to analyze the potential of Econopred to reduce Inflammation, Inflammatory Conditions and superficial ocular infections.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Inflammation
63 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Early Phase 1
Ocular Infections, Irritations and Inflammations
0 Actively Recruiting
Conjunctivitis
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Eye Infections, Bacterial
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
superficial ocular infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Organ Transplantation
0 Actively Recruiting
Inflammatory Conditions
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2
Econopred Reviews: What are patients saying about Econopred?
5Patient Review
2/8/2014 This was a good treatment for me.
4Patient Review
11/29/2007 This is working great so far, but does leave a weird taste in my mouth.
3.7Patient Review
11/20/2007 The medication is helping with my iritis, but it does have a weird aftertaste that comes from dripping down into my sinuses. The hardest part by far has been remembering to put the drops in every hour, but I'm still generally happy with the results.
Patient Q&A Section about econopred
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is Econopred Plus used for?
"This medication is used to treat certain eye conditions that are caused by inflammation or injury. Prednisolone works to relieve symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. It is classified as a corticosteroid drug."
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What does prednisolone treat?
"Prednisolone is a medication used to treat a variety of health conditions, such as allergies, blood disorders, skin diseases, inflammation, infections, and certain cancers. Additionally, it can also be used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant. Prednisolone does this by reducing swelling (inflammation) and calming down the immune system."
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What is the difference between Pred Forte and prednisolone?
"Prednisolone, also known as Pred Forte, is a corticosteroid medication used in the eye. These corticosteroids are man-made and mimic the effects of cortisol, a natural hormone produced by the body. Prednisolone works by reducing the levels of certain chemicals in the body that are responsible for causing itching, redness, swelling, or pain."
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How to use exopred?
"Exopred Eye Drop is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes."
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