Steron 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)

5 ml drop: ৳ 70.21

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Dexamethasone ophthalmic
Company Acme 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 is a cortisone derivative with high activity
  • Anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-exudative, and anti-proliferative properties
  • Therapeutic concentrations 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 of dexamethasone ophthalmic solution into the conjunctival sac 3-5 times per day
  • In acute cases, use up to 1 drop every hour if necessary
  • Apply a small amount of dexamethasone ophthalmic ointment into the conjunctival sac 3-4 times per day
  • Close eyes without blinking and keep them closed for 1 to 2 minutes after applying the ointment
  • Minimize the dose when desired improvement is observed

Interaction

  • Specific drug interaction studies have not been conducted with Steron

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
  • Regular pressure measurements are essential during prolonged use

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Animal experiments with dexamethasone have shown adverse effects on the fetus
  • Use during pregnancy only if potential benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus

Precautions & Warnings

  • Corticosteroids may mask, activate, or aggravate an eye infection
  • Consider alternative treatment if no improvement is seen after a few days of application
  • Avoid touching dropper tip to any surface to prevent contamination

Overdose Effects

  • Overdose through local or accidental oral administration is not likely

Storage Conditions

  • Store at room temperature and protect from light
  • Do not use more than one month after first opening

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