Dexacort 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 70.21

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Dexamethasone ophthalmic
Company	Osl pharma limited

Indications

Allergic non-infectious blepharitis and conjunctivitis
Non-infectious keratitis, punctate keratitis, disciform keratitis (provided the corneal surface is intact)
Inflammation of the anterior uvea (iritis, iridocyclitis )
Scleritis, episcleritis and myositis
Post-operative management of cataract, strabismus & other ocular surgeries

Pharmacology

Cortisone derivative
High anti-inflammatory activity
Anti-allergic, anti-exudative and anti-proliferative
Inhibition of phospholipase A2
Inhibition of chemotactic infiltration of neutrophils
Therapeutic concentrations in cornea and aqueous humor
Concentrations persist for 4-6 hours

Dosage & Administration

Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac 3-5 times per day
Acute cases: up to 1 drop every hour if necessary
Apply a small amount into the conjunctival sac 3-4 times per day
Keep eyes closed for 1 to 2 minutes after applying ointment

Interaction

No specific drug interaction studies 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 in predisposed patients

Pregnancy & Lactation

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

Precautions & Warnings

Corticosteroids may mask, activate or aggravate eye infections
Avoid touching dropper tip to any surface

Overdose Effects

Local or accidental oral administration overdose is not likely

Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature
Protect from light
Use contents within one month after opening

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