Diclofenac Ophthalmic Solution and Everolimus

• Generic Name: diclofenac ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic solution
• Other Brand Names: Voltaren Ophthalmic

Diclofenac is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Diclofenac works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Diclofenac ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to reduce swelling, pain, and light sensitivity after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery.

Diclofenac ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: everolimus
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Zortress, Afinitor, Afinitor Disperz

Everolimus lowers your body's immune system. The immune system helps your body fight infections. The immune system can also fight or "reject" a transplanted organ such as a liver or kidney. This is because the immune system treats the new organ as an invader.

The Zortress brand of everolimus is used to prevent organ rejection after a kidney or liver transplant. Zortress is used together with cyclosporine, steroids, and other medications.

Afinitor is another brand of everolimus used to treat certain types of cancer. This medication guide provides information only about about Zortress.

Everolimus may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.