pharmacopeia

Rose Bengal

DyesUnknown Physiological EffectUS-FDASourced from openFDA
GET
/api/v1/drug/rose-bengal

Mechanism of action

Sourced from openFDA

ACTION As a vital stain, Rose Bengal stains both the nuclei and cell walls of dead or degenerated epithelial cells of the cornea and conjunctiva. Rose Bengal will also stain the mucus of the precorneal tear film.

Indications

Sourced from openFDA
  • Rose Bengal ophthalmic strips are used as a diagnostic agent in routine ocular examinations or when superficial conjunctiva or corneal tissue change is suspected. Rose Bengal ophthalmic strips can also serve as an effective aid in the diagnosis of keratoconjunctivitis sicca, keratitis, abrasions or corrosions as well as the detection of foreign bodies.

Contraindications

Sourced from openFDA
  • Known hypersensitivity to Rose Bengal.contraindicated

Dosage & administration

Sourced from openFDA

DIRECTIONS FOR USE To ensure optimal staining and patient comfort, the GloStrip impregnated tip should be moistened with one or two drops of sterile, isotonic saline or irrigating solution before application. Shake off excess solution and touch conjunctiva or fornix as required with moistened tip. It is recommended that the patient blink several times after application.

FAERS reports

View JSON
Reference statistics only. FAERS reports are voluntarily submitted and are not incidence rates, safety signals, or causal evidence. Counts reflect reporting volume — how often a reaction was reported, not how often it occurs. For decision-grade use, consult openFDA and the FAERS Public Dashboard directly.
2 total reports matchedLatest report Share = reports listing the reaction ÷ total matched reports. Rows can sum to >100% because a single report often lists multiple reactions.
  1. 1Discomfort150%
  2. 2Eye Pain150%
  3. 3Photophobia150%
  4. 4Therapy Non-responder150%
  5. 5Vision Blurred150%

Literature

View JSON

Recent PubMed references pinned to Rose Bengal as a MeSH major topic. Citations link to pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

Clinical trials

View JSON

The 10 most recently updated of 20 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Rose Bengal as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.

Frequently asked questions

How does Rose Bengal work?
ACTION As a vital stain, Rose Bengal stains both the nuclei and cell walls of dead or degenerated epithelial cells of the cornea and conjunctiva. Rose Bengal will also stain the mucus of the precorneal tear film.
What is Rose Bengal used for?
According to FDA labeling, Rose Bengal carries indications including: Rose Bengal ophthalmic strips are used as a diagnostic agent in routine ocular examinations or when superficial conjunctiva or corneal tissue change is suspected. Rose Bengal ophthalmic strips can also serve as an effective aid in the diagnosis of keratoconjunctivitis sicca, keratitis, abrasions or corrosions as well as the detection of foreign bodies.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
What class of drug is Rose Bengal?
Rose Bengal is classified as Dyes, Unknown Physiological Effect.
What are the contraindications for Rose Bengal?
Rose Bengal labeling lists contraindications including: Known hypersensitivity to Rose Bengal.. Always consult the full prescribing information and a clinician.
Note. Data for rose-bengal is illustrative MVP content compiled from public sources. pharmacopeia is for educational and informational use only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Search pharmacopeia

Search drugs, classes, and ingredients