Acicot 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 65.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Dexamethasone ophthalmic
Company Aci limited

Indications

  • Allergic non-infectious blepharitis and conjunctivitis
  • Non-infectious keratitis
  • Inflammation of the anterior uvea
  • Scleritis and episcleritis
  • Post-operative management of cataract and other ocular surgeries

Pharmacology

  • Cortisone derivative
  • Anti-inflammatory activity
  • Anti-allergic
  • Anti-exudative
  • Anti-proliferative
  • Concentrations in cornea and aqueous humor
  • Inhibition of phospholipase A2

Dosage & Administration

  • Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac 3-5 times per day
  • Apply a small amount into the conjunctival sac 3-4 times per day

Interaction

  • Specific drug interaction studies not conducted

Contraindications

  • Injuries and ulcerating processes of the cornea
  • Purulent infections of the conjunctiva and eyelids
  • Tuberculosis, mycosis, glaucoma

Side Effects

  • Reversible rise in intraocular pressure

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Adverse effect on the fetus in animal experiments
  • Use during pregnancy only if benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus

Precautions & Warnings

  • Corticosteroids may mask, activate, or aggravate an infection of the eye
  • Do not touch dropper tip to any surface

Overdose Effects

  • Overdose through local or accidental oral administration not likely

Storage Conditions

  • Store at room temperature
  • Protect from light
  • Contents should not be used more than one month after opening

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