Dexamethasone (0.10% w/v)
Never use Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Do not use Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops on your ear if you have a perforated or ruptured eardrum.You should not discontinue using the medicine unless your doctor tells you so. Stopping the medication before time may allow the bacteria to continue their growth, which may result in the return of the infection.It may cause eye/ear irritation, blurred your vision, and bitter taste in your mouth. However, these side effects are usually temporary and resolve with time. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, do not drive or operate other machines until your vision is clear. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult with your doctor before using this medicine.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Dexasone
3 ml Eye/Ear Drops
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This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye/ear red, swollen and itchy.
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Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
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Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. It is used to relieve symptoms caused due to infection such as swelling, itchiness, and redness of eyes and ears.
Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
No, you should not stop using Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops suddenly without talking to your doctor. You may feel better and your symptoms may also improve before completing the full course of treatment. Still, it is advised to continue the medication as stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.
Use of Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops for the first time, consult your doctor.
Keep Dexasone 0.10% Eye/Ear Drops in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.
