The common side effects of Ilevro include:
- Cloudiness of the cornea
- Deterioration of visual acuity
- Feeling of grittiness when blinking
- Elevated eye pressure
- Eyelids feel sticky
The less frequent side effects include:
- Swelling of the eye
- Dry eyes
- Eyelid crusting
- Eye discomfort, redness, pain, itching, sensitivity to light
- Tearing
- Vitreous detachment
Other side effects not directly related to the eyes include
- Headache
- High blood pressure
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sinus inflammation
These side effects should clear up on their own within a few days. If not, refer back to your prescribing healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Ilevro is prescribed for post-cataract cases for use in the first two weeks after surgery. There are no other indications or conditions for which it can be prescribed.