BN 0.1%+0.5% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 37.57
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Betamethasone neomycin sulphate ee |
| Company | Asiatic laboratories ltd |
Indications
- Eye: Inflammatory conditions
- Ear: Otitis externa
- Nose: Inflammatory conditions
Pharmacology
- Corticosteroid effective in inflammatory dermatoses
- Bactericidal antibiotic against many bacteria
Dosage & Administration
- Drops:
- Eye: 1 drop instilled every one or two hours
- Ear: 2 or 3 drops every two or three hours
- Nose: 2 or 3 drops two or three times daily
- Eye Ointment: Applied thinly and evenly to the conjunctival sac at night
Contraindications
- Viral, fungal, tuberculous or purulent conditions
- Contra-indicated in the presence of glaucoma or herpetic keratitis
- Not to be used when the ear drum is perforated
Side Effects
- Acute sensitization to neomycin
- Rise in intra-ocular pressure
- Thinning of the cornea
- Cataract reported after prolonged treatment
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not classified in pregnancy category, should not be used extensively in pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- Steroids should not be administered to 'red eyes' without a definitive diagnosis
- Avoid unnecessary topical use of neomycin-containing products
Therapeutic Class
Ophthalmic steroid - antibiotic combined preparations
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C