Caldolor and Flurbiprofen Ophthalmic Solution

• Generic Name: ibuprofen
• Dosage Forms: intravenous injection
• Other Brand Names: Caldolor, NeoProfen, Advil, Advil Liqui-Gels, Midol, Motrin, Motrin IB, Motrin Migraine Pain, Proprinal, Smart Sense Children's Ibuprofen, PediaCare Children’s Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, PediaCare Infant’s Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Genpril, Ibu, Midol IB, Children's Motrin, Motrin Junior Strength

Caldolor injection (ibuprofen) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Caldolor injection is used to reduce fever and treat pain.

Caldolor may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Neoprofen, another brand of ibuprofen injection, is used in premature babies to treat a condition called patent ductus arteriosus (an abnormal blood vessel opening that normally closes shortly after birth).

• Generic Name: flurbiprofen ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic solution
• Other Brand Names: Ocufen

Prophylactically before ocular surgery (e.g., cataract extraction) to prevent or reduce intraoperative miosis.

Has been used for prevention and management of postoperative ocular inflammation associated with argon laser trabeculoplasty and cyclocryotherapy.

Has been used for prevention of postoperative cystoid macular edema associated with cataract extraction.

Has been reported to inhibit corneal neovascularization induced by chemical or thermal burns or prolonged use of contact lenses in preliminary research in animals.