Dexon (Eye Ointment)
Manufactured by: Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
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Dexon is indicated for
- Steroid responsive inflammatory conditions of the palpebral
- bulbar conjunctiva
- cornea
- and anterior segment of the globe
- such as conjunctivitis
- keratitis
- iritis
- scleritis
- corneal injury from chemical or thermal burns
- or penetration of foreign bodies. It is also effective post-operatively.
Precautions and warnings
People who have hypothyroidism, cirrhosis, high blood pressure, heart failure, ulcerative colitis, blood clots, osteoporosis, glaucoma, cataracts, eye TB, diabetes, or peptic ulcers need to be extra careful. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar, and people taking warfarin should have their blood clotting checked regularly. Extra caution is also needed for the elderly, children, teenagers, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers.
Side-effects
- Topical application to eye: Corneal ulcers
- glaucoma
- reduced visual ability. A slight burning sensation may occur for a short time after instilling into the eye. After several weeks of administration to predisposed patients there may be a reversible increase in intraocular pressure. Regular pressure checks are advisable. Systemic adverse reactions may also occur after long-term topical application of corticosteriod in children. Others include cataract
- corneal softening.
Drug Interactions
Using this medicine with other drugs that lower potassium—like amphotericin B or loop diuretics—can increase the risk of low potassium levels (hypokalaemia). This medicine can make isoniazid, salicylates, vaccines, and toxoids work less well. Taking it with dexamethasone or cyclosporin can make their effects stronger. Using it together with aspirin or alcohol may cause more stomach and digestive side effects.
Warning: Taking this medicine with ephedrine, cholestyramine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, or rifampicin can make it much less effective, which could be very dangerous.
Contraindications
This product should not be used by:
- People who wear contact lenses
- People with herpes simplex or other viral infections
- People with fungal infections (mycosis)
- People with glaucoma
- Newborn babies
- People with fungal diseases that affect the eyes or ears
- People who are allergic to any ingredient in this product
Mode of actions
Dexamethasone is a man-made steroid that reduces inflammation by stopping white blood cells from moving to areas of swelling and by making blood vessels less leaky. It also weakens the body’s normal immune response.
Dosage & Administration
As 0.05% ointment: Apply 0.5-1 inch ribbon of ointment into the conjunctival sac(s) up to 4 times daily. Reduce to once daily dosing once conditon has improved.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required despite potential risks.
Mothers with a newborn baby who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may seldom create symptoms including drowsiness, muscle stiffness or shakiness, feeding or breathing troubles, constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms of your baby's particularly during their first month, tell the doctor immediately.
This medicine passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breastfeeding.
Pack Size & Price
3 gm tube Price : ৳60
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