Description
Trade name:
Dexatrol Sterile Eye Ointment
Compound:
Each 1 gram of ointment contains:
Dexamethasone micronized 1 mg
Neomycin sulfate micronized 5 mg (equivalent to neomycin 3.5 mg)
Polymyxin B sulfate 6000 IU (equivalent to polymyxin 1 mg).
Auxiliary components:
Anhydrous lanolin, chlorobutanol, paraffin.
Properties:
A combination drug with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action for local use in ophthalmology.
Dexamethasone is a glucocorticoid. It has a pronounced anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and desensitizing effect. It has an anti-exudative effect.
Neomycin is an antibiotic that has a bactericidal effect by disrupting bacterial cell protein synthesis. Polymyxin B is an antibiotic whose mechanism of action is primarily due to blocking the permeability of the cytoplasmic membrane of bacterial cells.
Indications:
A combination drug for topical use in ophthalmology. Used in the treatment of conjunctivitis, blepharitis, keratoconjunctivitis, iridocyclitis, keratitis.
Prevention of postoperative complications.
Method of administration and dosage:
A small amount of ointment is placed in the conjunctival sac 3-4 times a day; it can be used in addition to Dexatrol drops at night.
Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
Viral eye infection.
Fungal eye infection.
Tuberculosis of the eyes.
Pregnancy and lactation.
Precautions:
If swelling, redness and pain increase, the patient should consult a doctor again.
While using the drug, you should avoid wearing contact lenses.
Side effects:
Increased intraocular pressure, eye irritation, eye discomfort (burning, sharp tingling, itching), hypersensitivity.
Storage method:
At a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees.
