Dexadron 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 60.23
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Dexamethasone ophthalmic |
| Company | Reman drug laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Allergic non-infectious blepharitis treatment
- Conjunctivitis treatment
- Non-infectious keratitis treatment
- Punctate keratitis treatment
- Disciform keratitis treatment
- Inflammation of the anterior uvea treatment
- Scleritis treatment
- Episcleritis treatment
- Myositis treatment
- Post-operative management of cataract
- Post-operative management of strabismus
- Post-operative management of other ocular surgeries
Pharmacology
- Cortisone derivative
- Anti-inflammatory activity
- Anti-allergic
- Anti-exudative
- Anti-proliferative
- Therapeutic concentrations in cornea and aqueous humor
- Inhibition of phospholipase A2
- Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis
- Inhibition of neutrophil infiltration
Dosage & Administration
- Dexamethasone ophthalmic solution dosage - 3-5 times per day
- Dexamethasone ophthalmic ointment application - 3-4 times per day
- Acute cases dosage - up to 1 drop every hour
Interaction
- No specific drug interaction studies conducted
Contraindications
- Corneal injuries
- Ulcerating processes of the cornea
- Bacterial or viral origin corneal infections
- Purulent infections of the conjunctiva and eyelids
- Tuberculosis
- Mycosis
- Glaucoma
Side Effects
- Reversible rise in intraocular pressure in predisposed patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Adverse effects observed in animal experiments
- Pregnancy use only if benefit justifies risk
Precautions & Warnings
- Masking, activation, or aggravation of eye infections
- Avoid touching dropper tip to any surface
- Seek alternative treatment if no improvement
Overdose Effects
- Local or accidental oral overdose not likely
Storage Conditions
- Store at room temperature
- Protect from light
- Use contents within one month after opening