Prolensa
Generic: Bromfenac Sodium
- Manufacturer
- Bausch Lomb
- NDC
- 24208-602
- RxCUI
- 1375917
- Route
- OPHTHALMIC
- ICD-10 indication
- H59.02
Affordability Check
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About Prolensa
What is this medication? Prolensa is a prescription eye drop that contains the active ingredient bromfenac, which belongs to a class of medications known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs. It is specifically formulated for ophthalmic use to treat inflammation and reduce pain in patients who have recently undergone cataract surgery. By blocking certain natural substances in the body that cause swelling and discomfort, this medication helps the eye recover more comfortably after the surgical procedure.
Typically, Prolensa is prescribed to be used once daily, beginning the day before cataract surgery and continuing through the first two weeks of the recovery period. It works by inhibiting the cyclooxygenase enzymes, which are responsible for the production of prostaglandins that trigger inflammatory responses in the eye tissue. Patients are generally advised to follow their surgeon's specific dosing instructions and to remove contact lenses before application to ensure the medication works effectively and safely.
Copay & patient assistance
- Patient Copay Amount: Eligible commercially insured patients may pay as little as $0 for XIIDRA and MIEBO. For all other portfolio brands (including VYZULTA, LOTEMAX, ZYLET, PROLENSA, ZIRGAN, BESIVANCE, and TIMOPTIC), patients may pay as little as $35, or $25 at Walgreens and participating independent pharmacies. For "Not Covered" patients (where a Prior Authorization is denied), the cost may be as little as $79 per 30-day supply.
- Maximum Annual Benefit Limit: For MIEBO, XIIDRA, VYZULTA, and TIMOPTIC in OCUDOSE, the program is valid for up to twelve (12) fills per patient in a 12-month period. For all other brands, the program is valid for up to six (6) fills per product per patient in a 12-month period. Specific annual dollar caps are Not Publicly Available.
- Core Eligibility Restrictions: Offer is valid only for patients with commercial insurance. Patients covered by government-funded programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, VA, or DOD are ineligible. Patients must be 18 years of age or older. The program is not valid in CA or MA for products with a therapeutically equivalent generic. Savings cannot be applied to deductibles.
- RxBIN, PCN, and Group numbers: Not Publicly Available.
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Prescribing information
From the FDA-approved label for Prolensa. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Jun 6, 2025
Indications and usage
Dosage and administration
Contraindications
Warnings and precautions
Adverse reactions
Use in pregnancy
Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.
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Medicare Part D coverage
How Prolensa appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).
Covered by plans
8%
449 of 5,509 plans
Most common tier
Tier 3
On 86% of covering formularies
Prior authorization required
0%
of covering formularies
| Tier | Formularies on this tier | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (preferred generic) | 1 | 7% |
| Tier 3 (preferred brand) | 12 | 86% |
| Tier 4 (non-preferred brand) | 1 | 7% |
Step therapy: 0% of formularies
Quantity limits: 0% of formularies
Coverage breadth: 14 of 65 formularies
How to read this:plans on the same formulary share tier + PA rules. Your specific plan's copay depends on (a) the tier above, (b) your plan's cost-share for that tier, (c) whether you're in the initial coverage phase or past the 2026 $2,000 out-of-pocket cap. For your exact plan, check its Summary of Benefits or log in to your Medicare.gov account. Copay cards don't apply to Medicare (federal law).
Prior authorization & coverage
| Payer | PA | Step therapy | Copay tier |
|---|---|---|---|
— Medicare Part D | — | — | — |
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- Label text (when shown) originates from NLM DailyMed.
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