Don’t let the high cost of brand topical NSAID for cataract surgery disrupt your post-operative care. We help eligible patients access Prolensa (bromfenac ophthalmic solution 0.07%) for as little as $69.95 per month through the manufacturer’s Patient Assistance Program.
The Prolensa Patient Assistance Program is a manufacturer-sponsored initiative that helps eligible patients access Prolensa (used for postoperative inflammation and ocular pain reduction after cataract surgery) at little or no cost when they meet specific income, insurance, and clinical criteria. The program is free to apply for, but the enrollment process involves detailed applications, ophthalmology coordination, supporting documentation, and ongoing renewal — which can be overwhelming when you are recovering from cataract surgery.
At AffordMyPrescriptions, our Patient Advocates handle the entire Prolensa PAP enrollment for a flat $69.95 per month. We complete the application, coordinate with your surgeon for required medical documentation, follow up with the manufacturer’s program until approval, manage your post-operative refills (typically a 2- to 6-week course), and handle annual re-certification — so you never face a gap in your Prolensa post-surgical therapy.
AffordMyPrescriptions eliminates that burden. For a flat $69.95 per month, our Patient Advocates handle every step of your Prolensa enrollment — from the initial application through ongoing refills and annual re-enrollment — so you never face a gap in your post-cataract surgery treatment.
| Pharmacy(With Coupon) | PrIce (30-Day)* | You Save W/ Us |
|---|---|---|
| Walgreens (brand) | ~$300/bottle | Save substantially |
| CVS Pharmacy (brand) | ~$320/bottle | Save substantially |
| Walmart (brand) | ~$220/bottle | Save substantially |
| Costco (brand) | ~$200/bottle | Save substantially |
| Generic bromfenac 0.09% | ~$45/bottle | Generic alt similar drug |
*Retail prices are estimates based on public data and vary by pharmacy. Coupon prices from GoodRx and SingleCare as of April 2026. AffordMyPrescriptions Advocacy Service bypasses pharmacy pricing entirely by using the manufacturer’s assistance program to secure your Prolensa — independent of dosage or retail price.
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The Prolensa Patient Assistance Program is free to apply and provides medication at no cost if approved. But the process involves detailed applications, prescriber coordination, documentation, and ongoing management — applications that are commonly delayed or denied when paperwork is incomplete. Our $69.95 per month covers full advocacy: applications, doctor coordination, documentation, refill management, and re-enrollment — so you focus on your health, not paperwork. Generic bromfenac and other generic ophthalmic NSAIDs (ketorolac, diclofenac, nepafenac) are very inexpensive effective alternatives.
Complete a simple eligibility form so our team can determine if you may qualify for medication assistance programs.
Our specialists help gather documentation, complete applications, and coordinate with program providers.
Once approved, you may receive your medication through the assistance program while we help manage ongoing paperwork and renewals.
Many patients try discount cards first. Here’s why the Patient Assistance Program through AffordMyPrescriptions is the better long-term solution for Prolensa:
Coupon cards expire and require constant renewal
Still $200–$320/bottle per month even with the best discount
Medication supplied directly through the assistance program
Eligibility is generally determined by annual household income and insurance status. Most programs follow guidelines that include limits of up to $40,000 for individuals, $60,000 for couples, and $100,000 for larger families. Because requirements vary by program and household, we encourage you to contact AffordMyPrescriptions directly so we can review your specific situation and determine if you qualify for Prolensa assistance.
Prolensa is a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used after cataract surgery to reduce inflammation and pain. The 0.07% concentration allows once-daily dosing — improving adherence vs older topical NSAIDs requiring multiple daily doses. Typically used in combination with topical antibiotic and steroid drops in standard post-cataract surgery protocols.
How Prolensa works:
Cataract surgery triggers ocular inflammation through tissue manipulation, releasing prostaglandins and other mediators. Inflammation contributes to post-operative pain, photophobia, and rare complications like cystoid macular edema.
Bromfenac (Prolensa) inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) — blocking prostaglandin synthesis. Reduces post-operative inflammation, pain, and possibly the risk of cystoid macular edema. Once-daily 0.07% dosing offers convenience over older NSAID drops requiring 3–4 doses daily. Combined with topical antibiotic (for infection prevention) and steroid (for stronger anti-inflammatory effect) in standard post-cataract protocols.
Form and use:
Prolensa (bromfenac 0.07%) ophthalmic solution. 1 drop in affected eye once daily, starting 1 day before cataract surgery, continued the day of surgery, and continued for 14 days post-operatively. Specific timing per surgeon’s protocol. Wait 5–10 minutes between drop classes (NSAID, steroid, antibiotic) if multiple drops are used.
Generic availability:
Generic bromfenac 0.09% (similar but slightly higher concentration than Prolensa 0.07%; once-daily dosing) widely available. Other ophthalmic NSAIDs (most with generic options): nepafenac 0.1% (Nevanac three times daily — generic) and 0.3% (Ilevro once daily — generic), ketorolac 0.4% (Acular LS — generic) and 0.5%, diclofenac (Voltaren — generic). Post-cataract steroid drops: prednisolone acetate 1% (generic — most common), difluprednate 0.05% (Durezol), loteprednol 0.5% (Lotemax — generic). Post-cataract antibiotic drops: generic fluoroquinolones (moxifloxacin, ciprofloxacin), polymyxin/trimethoprim, fortified options. Some surgeons use intraocular antibiotic (intracameral moxifloxacin) and reduced topical drop regimens.
Warnings:
Class effects of topical ophthalmic NSAIDs: corneal complications (epithelial breakdown, melting, perforation — rare but serious, especially with concurrent steroids, complicated surgery, ocular surface disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or repeat surgeries), delayed wound healing, increased bleeding risk (post-operative hyphema — rare), local irritation, transient stinging on instillation, ocular hyperemia. Bronchospasm in NSAID-sensitive asthmatics. Cross-reactivity with aspirin, acetaminophen, and other NSAIDs in sensitive patients. Use with caution with concurrent steroid eye drops in complicated cases.
Brand Prolensa $200–$320 per bottle for a typical surgical course. Generic bromfenac 0.09% costs $35–$60 per bottle. Generic ketorolac 0.5% costs $25–$40.
Both contain bromfenac. Prolensa is 0.07% (lower concentration, designed for tolerability and once-daily dosing). Generic bromfenac 0.09% (originally Bromday) is also once-daily but slightly higher concentration. Clinical efficacy is comparable; generic is substantially cheaper.
They typically are — generic bromfenac, ketorolac, diclofenac, and nepafenac are commonly used after cataract surgery, with the choice often driven by surgeon preference, insurance formulary, and patient tolerability rather than meaningful clinical superiority.
Post-cataract NSAIDs reduce inflammation, pain, and may reduce the risk of cystoid macular edema. They’re typically combined with a topical steroid for stronger anti-inflammatory effect and a topical antibiotic for infection prevention.
Mild transient stinging on instillation, ocular irritation, foreign body sensation, headache. Rare but serious: corneal melting or perforation (more likely with risk factors), delayed wound healing, bleeding. Inform your surgeon if you have a history of ocular surface disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or aspirin/NSAID sensitivity.
Cross-reactivity with systemic NSAIDs is possible. Inform your surgeon of any aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAID allergy before starting Prolensa.
We help explore generic bromfenac 0.09% (substantial savings), generic ketorolac 0.5%, generic diclofenac, generic nepafenac, manufacturer copay programs for commercial insurance, surgeon-provided samples, and discussion of post-operative drop regimen optimization with your cataract surgeon.
Post-cataract surgery anti-inflammatory care should not be derailed by cost. Generic ophthalmic NSAIDs are inexpensive effective alternatives. Our Prolensa advocacy team is ready to verify your eligibility, complete the manufacturer application on your behalf, and manage your prescription through approval, delivery, and renewal — for a flat $69.95 per month. If we cannot help you access Prolensa through a Patient Assistance Program, you are not charged. Call (833) 556-2729 or check your eligibility online today.
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