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	Dexadron 005 eye ointment

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

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