AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE is a combination medicine used to treat conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. Symptoms include red eyes, discharge, itching, irritation, and discomfort.
AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE contains Azithromycin and Dexamethasone. Azithromycin prevents the growth of bacteria. Dexamethasone suppresses inflammatory modulators. Together, AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE helps treat conjunctivitis.
Sometimes, AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE may cause side effects such as eye irritation. This side effect may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effect persists or worsens.
Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and the medicines you take to prevent any side effects/interactions.
Conjunctivitis
AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE is a combination medicine used to treat conjunctivitis. AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE contains Azithromycin and Dexamethasone. Azithromycin is an antibiotic which prevents the translation of mRNA of bacteria; thereby, it inhibits bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that suppresses inflammatory modulators. Together, AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE helps treat conjunctivitis.
Do not use AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have high intraocular pressure, diabetes, kidney or liver problems. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are using any other medicines.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
It is not known whether alcohol interacts with AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE. Please consult your doctor.
Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Please consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
It is not known if AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE affects your vision. Drive or operate machinery only if your vision is clear.
Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE in patients with liver impairment.
Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE in patients with kidney impairment.
AZITHROMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE should be administered in children only if prescribed by the doctor.
Conjunctivitis: Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. Symptoms include red eyes, discharge, itching, irritation, and discomfort. Conjunctivitis is caused by allergy or bacterial/viral infection. It is extremely contagious and is spread by contact with eye secretions from someone infected.