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Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic
Pronunciation : dex a meth' a sone

Brand Names or Trade Names of Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic

India :


Losone Eye Drops, Low-Dex Eye Drops, Mexa Inj, Miflox-Dm Eye Drops, Millicortenol Cream, Millicorten-Vioform Cream, Mosi-D Eye Drops, Neoren-D Eye Drops, Obra-D Eye Drops, Obra-D Eye Oint, Ocuroid Eye Drops, Pyricort Eye Drops, Pyrimon Eye Drops, Redexa Amp, Renidex Eye Drops, Sofradex Cream, Sofradex-F Cream, Solodex Eye/Ear Drops, Solodex-J Eye/Ear.

International :


AK-Dex, Ocu-Dex, Decadron Phosphate, Ophthalmic, Maxidex, Dexasol, Decadron Ocumeter, Ozurdex.

Why is Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an ophthalmic corticosteroid, prescribed for swelling, itching, redness and irritation of the eyes.

When should Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic?

Ophthalmic- As 0.1% solution: Instill 1-2 drops 4-6 times/day. As 0.05% ointment: Apply 0.5-1mg 4 times/day.

How should Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic be taken?

It comes as eye drops and eye ointment to apply into the affected eyes.

What are the warnings and precautions for Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of sugar, increased eye pressure, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Remove contact lenses before using this medication.

What are the side effects of Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic?

Drooping of eyelid, increased eye pressure and vision changes.

What are the other precautions for Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Dexamethasone Ophthalmic- Otic?

Store it at controlled room temperature (20 to 25°C). Keep away from children.

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