Dexamethasone+ketorolac
About Dexamethasone+ketorolac
Dexamethasone+ketorolac is used to treat eye inflammation caused by seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy). It relieves pain, burning, itching, and inflammation and temporarily relieves seasonal eye allergies.
Dexamethasone+ketorolac combines two drugs: Dexamethasone (corticosteroid) and ketorolac (NSAID). Dexamethasone works by blocking chemical messengers that cause inflammation, relieving redness, soreness, and swelling. Ketorolac stops the release of chemicals that lead to inflammation and allergy symptoms, helping to ease pain after eye surgery and relieve allergy symptoms.
Dexamethasone+ketorolac is for ophthalmic use only. You are advised to use Dexamethasone+ketorolac as prescribed by your doctor. Dexamethasone+ketorolac may cause common side effects such as stinging or burning sensation, eye redness, eye irritation, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects will resolve gradually over time and do not require medical attention. However, you must consult your doctor if you persistently experience these side effects.
Before using Dexamethasone+ketorolac, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components and about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are using, eye medications. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting Dexamethasone+ketorolac. Dexamethasone+ketorolac might cause temporary blurred vision, so drive only if you have clear vision.
Uses of Dexamethasone+ketorolac
• Bacterial eye infections – Dexamethasone+ketorolac helps in treatment of eye infections like allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy).
• Post-surgical eye care – Dexamethasone+ketorolac helps manage swelling, redness and pain.
• Pain relief: Dexamethasone+ketorolac blocks pain signals and relieve pain.
Medicinal Benefits
Dexamethasone+ketorolac is used to treat eye inflammation and seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy). Dexamethasone+ketorolac is a combination of two drugs: Dexamethasone and ketorolac. Dexamethasone works by blocking chemical messengers that cause inflammation, providing relief from redness, soreness, and swelling. Ketorolac acts by stopping the release of chemicals that lead to inflammation and allergy symptoms. Together, these medications help relieve pain, burning, itching, and inflammation and also provide temporary relief from seasonal eye allergies.
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Side Effects of Dexamethasone+ketorolac
- Stinging or burning sensation
- Eye redness
- Eye irritation
- Blurred vision
Drug Warnings
Use Dexamethasone+ketorolac only if your doctor prescribes it and you are not allergic to its components. Inform your doctor about all your medications, especially eye medications, and medical conditions like glaucoma, diabetes, or dry eye syndrome. Please contact your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Dexamethasone+ketorolac. Stop using Dexamethasone+ketorolac if you experience eye pain, vision changes, or prolonged redness/irritation. Wait at least 5-10 minutes between different eye medications. Your vision may be blurry after use, so avoid driving. Remove contact lenses before using Dexamethasone+ketorolac and reinsert them afterwards. Dexamethasone+ketorolac should be used for children only if advised by a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Dexamethasone+ketorolac may interact with anticoagulants (apixaban, rivaroxaban), antiplatelets (aspirin), and other NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had eye conditions like glaucoma, dry eye syndrome (ocular surface disease), arthritis, bleeding disorders, or diabetes.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorThe interaction of alcohol with Dexamethasone+ketorolac is unknown. Please discuss this with your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor before using Dexamethasone+ketorolac if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Your doctor will assess the potential benefits and risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorIt is not known whether Dexamethasone+ketorolac passes in breast milk. Please consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will assess the potential benefits and risks.
Driving
unsafeDexamethasone+ketorolac may cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery that requires alertness.
Liver
consult your doctorIf you have any liver disease, inform your doctor before using Dexamethasone+ketorolac.
Kidney
consult your doctorBefore starting Dexamethasone+ketorolac, inform your doctor if you have kidney impairment.
Children
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have concerns regarding the safety of Dexamethasone+ketorolac in children.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Wash your hands regularly and avoid touching your eyes with dirty hands.
- Do not share eye makeup; use clean towels to wipe your eyes.
- Change pillowcases frequently and take care of your contact lenses. Clean and replace them often, and wash your hands before and after handling them.
- Limit screen time and take breaks every 20 minutes to rest your eyes; blink regularly to keep them hydrated.
- Include fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins A and C in your diet, along with omega-3 fatty acids.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Eye inflammation (ocular inflammation): It is a condition that occurs due to infection, allergies, irritation, autoimmune disorders, or trauma to the eyes, eyelids, and surrounding areas. Symptoms include redness, swelling, soreness, floaters, and blurred vision.
Allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy): Allergic conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as eye allergy, is an immune response that occurs when an irritating substance known as an allergen comes into contact with the eye. Symptoms of ocular allergies include itching, a burning sensation, watery eyes, redness or pinkness in the eyes, scaling around the eyes, and swollen or puffy eyelids.
FAQs
Dexamethasone+ketorolac is used to treat eye inflammation and allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy). It relieves pain, burning, itching, and inflammation and also provides temporary relief from seasonal eye allergies.
Dexamethasone+ketorolac is a combination of two drugs, Dexamethasone and ketorolac. Dexamethasone works by blocking chemical messengers that cause inflammation, providing relief from redness, soreness, and swelling. Ketorolac acts by stopping the release of chemicals that lead to inflammation and allergy symptoms.
Dexamethasone+ketorolac may cause common side effects such as stinging or burning sensation, redness, irritation of the eyes, and blurred vision. However, if these side effects are persistent or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Dexamethasone+ketorolac may cause blurred vision after using it. So, you should not drive or do anything that requires alertness.
