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Optidex Eye/Ear Drops

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS
Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:07 PM (IST)
Optidex Eye/Ear Drops is a prescription medicine used to treat bacterial infections of the eye or ear. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria. It also blocks the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation and itchiness in the eyes/ears.
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General Information

Contains

Chloramphenicol (1% w/v)+ Dexamethasone (0.1% w/v)

Marketer

Greenco Biologicals Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Optidex Eye/Ear Drops is to be used only in the affected eye or ear. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Complete your dose and do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop.
Use of this medicine may cause application site reactions such as burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness immediately after instilling the medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your nose or mouth, rinse it off with plenty of water.
Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Optidex Eye/Ear Drops

  • Treatment of Bacterial eye/ear infections
  • Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Optidex Eye/Ear Drops

Treatment of Bacterial eye/ear infections
Optidex Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat infections in the eye or ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes or ear. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Optidex Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines that help to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. Chloramphenicol, an active ingredient of this medicine, kills and stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. Dexamethasone on the other hand, helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections.
This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. This medicine will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.

Side effects of Optidex Eye/Ear Drops

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 Optidex
  • Burning sensation in eye
  • Eye irritation
  • Stinging in the eyes
  • Blurred vision

How to use Optidex Eye/Ear Drops

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.

How Optidex Eye/Ear Drops works

Optidex Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines: Chloramphenicol and Dexamethasone. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth in the eye/ear by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by the bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye/ear red, swollen and itchy.

All substitutes for Optidex Eye/Ear Drops

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Optidex Eye/Ear Drops to cure your eye/ear infection and improve your symptoms.
  • It should usually be used twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
  • Wash your hands first before applying Optidex Eye/Ear Drops. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye/ear or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway onto some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
  • Do not use the medicine for a longer time without doctor consultation.
  • Make sure not to use the open bottle for more than 4 weeks.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Optidex Eye/Ear Drops to cure your eye infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
  • Wash your hands first before applying Optidex Eye/Ear Drops. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway onto some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye.
  • Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
  • Eye infections can cause your eyes to become more sensitive to sunlight than usual. Wearing sunglasses may help to prevent this.
  • Along with using Optidex Eye/Ear Drops, give a warm compress to your eyes to get relief from itching and burning sensation.
  • Take care to avoid spreading the infection from one eye to the other, and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes) and not sharing towels or pillows will help to prevent the infection from spreading.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Optidex Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Optidex Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Optidex Eye/Ear Drops may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

Wash your hands before using Optidex Eye/Ear Drops to avoid contamination, and do not touch the tip of the dropper. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Optidex Eye/Ear Drops. To use this medicine tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch and then put Optidex Eye/Ear Drops.
Optidex Eye/Ear Drops can blur your vision for a short period of time. Avoid driving or operating machinery just after using Optidex Eye/Ear Drops.
In case you use excess of Optidex Eye/Ear Drops, wash your eyes with plenty of water. If irritation persists, inform your doctor immediately.
No, do not stop taking Optidex Eye/Ear Drops and complete the full course of treatment. Your symptoms may improve and you may start to feel better before the infection is completely cured. Take your medicine for the duration advised by your doctor.
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Usually, Optidex Eye/Ear Drops starts working soon after using it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
No, do not stop using Optidex Eye/Ear Drops and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

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Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS

References

  1. Ma H, Tan G, Zhang Z. Determination of chloramphenicol in chloramphenicol and dexamethasone sodium phosphate ear drops by first derivative spectrometry. Hunan Yi Ke Da Xue Xue Bao. 1998;23(4):405-6. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  2. Chloramphenicol. Slough, UK: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd.; 2012 [revised 09 Feb. 2016]. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. MedlinePlus. Dexamethasone. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Chloramphenicol. Romford, Essex: Martindale Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2010 [revised 18 Apr. 2017]. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Dexamethasone sodium phosphate. Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey: Bausch & Lomb UK Limited; 1997 [revised May 2017]. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Greenco Biologicals Pvt Ltd
Address: Greenco Biologicals Marketing Pvt Ltd, Tirupur, Dist :- Coimbator, Pin :- 641603, Tamilnadu, India

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