Dexan 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)

4 ml drop: ৳ 60.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Dexamethasone ophthalmic
Company	Chemist laboratories ltd

Indications

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

Pharmacology

Dexamethasone as a cortisone derivative
Anti-inflammatory activity
Anti-allergic
Anti-exudative
Inhibition of phospholipase A2
Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis
Inhibition of chemotactic infiltration of neutrophils

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 application

Interaction

Specific drug interaction studies have not been 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
Regular pressure measurements are essential

Pregnancy & Lactation

Adverse effect on the fetus in animal experiments
Caution advised during pregnancy

Precautions & Warnings

Corticosteroids may mask, activate or aggravate an infection of the eye
Avoid touching dropper tip to any surface
If no improvement is seen after application, consider alternative treatment

Overdose Effects

Overdose through local or accidental oral administration is not likely

Storage Conditions

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

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