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Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops

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Product introduction

Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the treatment of eye and ear infections. It reduces the redness and swelling caused by infections, allergies, and injuries. It is sometime used after eye surgery.

Never use Slow DX 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 Slow DX 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.

Uses of Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops

  • Infections
  • Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
  • Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Benefits of Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops

In Infections

Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops helps relieve symptoms of eye/ear infections such as redness, swelling, itching, and abnormal discharge. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes/ears. 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.

In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions

Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops 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.

In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops 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/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 Slow DX

  • Irritation of ear
  • Eye irritation
  • Bitter taste

How to use Slow DX 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 Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops works

Slow DX 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Slow DX 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Slow DX 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Slow DX 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.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Glucocorticoids

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
Brand(s): Diadose, Abacus, Disorb
Serious
Brand(s): Aspirin, Actisprin, Asicom
Serious
Brand(s): Samlodon, Amodep, Amleod
Serious
Brand(s): Amphocil
Serious

Patient concerns

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Ear problem hearing slow voice
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
can be due to wax or nerve weakness visit ent specialist near you for proper examination
I have been used zepiz,penazeep 12.5.as directed by doctor 2 years ago .but I had addicted of this medicine now I have been adviced by doctor and he gave me zaptra,zpiz for 40 days.then panazeep-ls for 40 days.Now I want to give up the all medicine How I can?
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
Will need slow tapering under supervision
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FAQs

Q. What is Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops? What is it used for?

Slow DX 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.

Q. Is Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops effective?

Slow DX 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 Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops?

No, you should not stop using Slow DX 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.

Q. In which conditions is the use of Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops avoided?

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

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Slow DX Eye/Ear Drops?

Keep Slow DX 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.

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Name: Nri Vision Care India Limited
Address: Rajapur, Sector 9, Rohini, Delhi, 110085
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: April, 2025

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