Sonexa 0.05% (Ophthalmic Ointment)

3 gm tube: ৳ 80.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Dexamethasone ophthalmic
Company	Aristopharma ltd
Also available as	Sonexa 01 eye drop

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 is a cortisone derivative with high anti-inflammatory activity
Therapeutic concentrations of Dexamethasone are found in both the cornea and aqueous humor
Inhibition of phospholipase A2 and prostaglandin synthesis
Inhibition of chemotactic infiltration of neutrophils into the site of inflammation

Dosage & Administration

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

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 in predisposed patients

Pregnancy & Lactation

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

Precautions & Warnings

Corticosteroids may mask, activate or aggravate an infection of the eye
Do not touch dropper tip to any surface to avoid contamination

Overdose Effects

Overdose through local or accidental oral administration is not likely

Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature & protect from light
Contents should not be used more than one month after the first opening of the bottle

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