Ocudex 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 70.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Dexamethasone ophthalmic |
| Company | Asiatic laboratories ltd |
Indications
- Allergic non-infectious blepharitis and conjunctivitis
- Non-infectious keratitis
- Punctate keratitis
- Disciform keratitis
- Inflammation of the anterior uvea
- Scleritis
- Episcleritis
- Myositis
- Post-operative management of cataract
- Strabismus
- Other ocular surgeries
Pharmacology
- Cortisone derivative
- High 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
- Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac 3-5 times per day
- Up to 1 drop every hour in acute cases
- Apply a small amount into the conjunctival sac 3-4 times per day
- Keep eyes closed for 1 to 2 minutes after ointment application
Interaction
- Specific drug interaction studies not conducted
Contraindications
- Injuries and ulcerating processes of the cornea
- Bacterial or viral origin ulcers
- Purulent infections of the conjunctiva and eyelids
- Tuberculosis
- Mycosis
- Glaucoma
Side Effects
- Reversible rise in intraocular pressure
- Pressure measurements essential in predisposed patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Adverse effects in animal experiments
- Limited control human studies
- Use during pregnancy only if benefit justifies risk
Precautions & Warnings
- Corticosteroids may mask, activate, or aggravate eye infections
- Use alternative treatment if no improvement observed
Overdose Effects
- Local or accidental oral administration overdose not likely
Storage Conditions
- Store at room temperature
- Protect from light
- Use within one month after opening