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Dexacort Eye Drop
Prescription Required
Introduction
Dexacort Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the treatment of eye infections. It reduces the redness and swelling caused by infections, allergies, and injuries. It is sometime used after eye surgery.
Never use Dexacort Eye Drop 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.
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 irritation, blurred vision, and bitter taste in the mouth. 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.
Never use Dexacort Eye Drop 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.
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 irritation, blurred vision, and bitter taste in the mouth. 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.
Uses of Dexacort Eye Drop
Benefits of Dexacort Eye Drop
In Eye infection
Dexacort Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms of eye infections such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
Side effects of Dexacort Eye Drop
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 them
Common side effects of Dexacort
- Eye irritation
- Blurred vision
- Bitter taste
How to use Dexacort Eye Drop
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 without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Dexacort Eye Drop works
Dexacort Eye Drop is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dexacort Eye Drop 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.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dexacort Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Dexacort Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
Alternate Brands
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick Tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Dexacort Eye Drop to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Dexacort with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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FAQs
Q. What is Dexacort Eye Drop? What is it used for?
Dexacort Eye Drop 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 the eyes.
Q. Is Dexacort Eye Drop effective?
Dexacort Eye Drop 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 Dexacort Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Dexacort Eye Drop?
No, you should not stop using Dexacort Eye Drop 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.
Q. In which conditions is the use of Dexacort Eye Drop avoided?
Use of Dexacort Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Dexacort Eye Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Dexacort Eye Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Dexacort Eye Drop?
Keep Dexacort Eye Drop 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.
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