Adverse reactions : תופעות לוואי

4.8 Undesirable Effects

The following side effects associated with the use of diclofenac-containing eye drops have been reported: 
Occasionally
- Mild to moderate transient burning sensation and/or scotomas immediately after instillation of eye drops.

Other effects observed less frequently
- Ocular pain and blurred vision immediately after instillation of eye drops.
Rarely
- Hypersensitivity reactions with itching and redness, photosensitivity, - dyspnea and exacerbation of asthma,
- corneal thinning and ulcers (see section 4.4).

Side effects with unknown frequency
- urticaria,
- rash,
- eczema,
- erythema,
- itching,
- hypersensitivity,
- cough,
- rhinitis.

Eye Pathologies
- ulcerative keratitis, punctate keratitis and corneal disorders (corneal thinning, epithelial defects, corneal edema) normally after frequent instillations
- conjunctival hyperemia,
- allergic conjunctivitis,
- eyelid erythema,
- ocular allergy,
- eyelid edema,
- itching of the eyelids,
- burning sensation in the eye.

Reporting of suspected adverse reactions
Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorization of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product.
Any suspected adverse event should be reported to the Ministry of Health according to the National Regulation by using an online form https://sideeffects.health.gov.il/