Slow-DX Eye Drop

Dexamethasone (0.01% w/v)

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Slow-DX 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.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 04 Dec 2025 | 05:10 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Dexamethasone (0.01% w/v)

Marketer

Nri Vision Care India Limited

Storage

Store below 25°C

Preservative

Phenylmercuric nitrate

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Product introduction

Never use Slow-DX 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 Slow DX Eye Drop

Eye infection
Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Benefits of Slow DX Eye Drop

Eye infection
Slow-DX 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.

Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Slow-DX Eye Drop gives relief in inflammatory conditions that affect muscles and joints such as arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps manage other inflammatory conditions such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, and allergies. It works by blocking certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.

Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Slow-DX Eye Drop gives relief in autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, atopic dermatitis, etc. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions.

Side effects of Slow DX 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 Slow DX

Eye irritation
Bitter taste

How to use Slow DX Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 the extra liquid.

How Slow DX Eye Drop works

Slow-DX Eye Drop is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

All substitutes for Slow-DX Eye Drop

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

Ocudex 0.01% Eye Drop

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Slow-DX 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Slow-DX Eye Drop during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Slow-DX Eye Drop may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Slow-DX Eye Drop may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Interaction with drugs

Taking Slow DX with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Diclofenac (Eye Route)

Please consult with your doctor.

Moderate

Flurbiprofen (Eye Route)

Please consult with your doctor.

Moderate

Ketorolac (Eye Route)

Please consult with your doctor.

Moderate

Ketorolac (Eye/Ear Route)

Please consult with your doctor.

Moderate

Arsenic Trioxide (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor blood potassium levels and heart rhythm.

Frequently asked questions

What is Slow-DX Eye Drop? What is it used for?

Slow-DX 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.

Is Slow-DX Eye Drop effective?

Slow-DX 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 Slow-DX Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

I feel better now, can I stop using Slow-DX Eye Drop?

No, you should not stop using Slow-DX 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.

In which conditions is the use of Slow-DX Eye Drop avoided?

Use of Slow-DX Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Slow-DX Eye Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Slow-DX Eye Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Slow-DX Eye Drop?

Keep Slow-DX 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

21- hydroxysteroids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

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Marketer details

Name: Nri Vision Care India Limited
Address: Rajapur, Sector 9, Rohini, Delhi, 110085

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India

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Slow-DX Eye Drop

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Preservative

Product introduction

Uses of Slow DX Eye Drop

Benefits of Slow DX Eye Drop

Side effects of Slow DX Eye Drop

How to use Slow DX Eye Drop

How Slow DX Eye Drop works

All substitutes for Slow-DX Eye Drop

Ocudex 0.01% Eye Drop

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Diclofenac (Eye Route)

Flurbiprofen (Eye Route)

Ketorolac (Eye Route)

Ketorolac (Eye/Ear Route)

Arsenic Trioxide (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Slow-DX Eye Drop? What is it used for?

Is Slow-DX Eye Drop effective?

I feel better now, can I stop using Slow-DX Eye Drop?

In which conditions is the use of Slow-DX Eye Drop avoided?

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Slow-DX Eye Drop?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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