Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) alleviate pain by
counteracting the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme. ... In whole, the NSAIDs prevent the prostaglandins from ever being
synthesized, reducing or eliminating the pain.
Nepafenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, usually sold as a prescription eye drop 0.1% solution or 0.3%
solution. It is used to treat pain and inflammation associated with cataract surgery.
