About DEXAMETHASONE+OFLOXACIN
OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE is a combination of 'corticosteroid and antibiotic', primarily used to treat bacterial eye infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye and inner eyelids).
OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE contains Dexamethasone and Ofloxacin. Dexamethasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Ofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It is bactericidal (kills bacteria) and works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for the replication, transcription, and repair of the DNA.
Use OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on your medical condition. OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE is generally safe to use. However, some may experience side effects like eye discomfort, eye irritation, burning/stinging sensation, dryness, redness, and itching. Most of these side effects of OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney diseases, fungal infections, or heart problems before using OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE with proper consultation and caution. Drive or operate machinery only when you do not experience any discomfort in the eyes after the usage of eye drops.
Uses of DEXAMETHASONE+OFLOXACIN
Bacterial eye infections.
Medicinal Benefits
OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE contains Dexamethasone and Ofloxacin. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid and blocks prostaglandins' production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Ofloxacin is a quinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme required for DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Thus OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE treats bacterial eye infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of DEXAMETHASONE+OFLOXACIN
- Eye discomfort
- Eye irritation
- Burning/stinging sensation
- Dryness
- Redness
- Itching
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Brief your medical history to the doctor if you are allergic to OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE or any of its components. Please let your doctor know if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, glaucoma, cataracts, recent eye surgery, viral diseases of the conjunctiva and cornea, severe nearsightedness, diabetes, or fungal infections of the eye. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding before using OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE. Avoid driving or operating machines since the administration of OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE cause blurred vision for a while after using. OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE should be used for children only when advised by a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE may interact with fits medicine (phenytoin, phenobarbitone), respiratory medicines (ephedrine), antibiotics (rifampicin), and HIV/AIDS drugs (ritonavir, cobicistat)
Drug-Food Interaction: It is advised to limit alcohol intake while using OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE.
Drug-Disease Interaction: OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE is contraindicated in epithelial keratitis (foreign body sensation in the eye), viral diseases of the conjunctiva and cornea (parts of the eye), mycobacterial infection, and fungal infections of the eye.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionLimit alcohol consumption while on treatment with OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE.
Pregnancy
cautionThere is limited data on how OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before using OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is not known if OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before using OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
cautionOFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE may cause side effects like temporary blurred vision, affecting your driving ability. Hence, do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before starting treatment with OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting the treatment with OFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE.
Children
cautionOFLOXACIN+DEXAMETHASONE should be used for children only when recommended by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
- Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
- Know your allergy triggers, such as pollen, dust and other factors.
- Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
- If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Always remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens.
- Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
- Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial eye infection: A bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye inner eyelids). A bacterial eye infection symptoms include red eyes, pain, swelling of the eyes, watery eyes, itching, and blurry vision. Some very common eye infections are conjunctivitis (the inflammation and irritation of the eye's mucous membrane (conjunctiva), stye (bump on the eyelid), uveitis (inflammation of the uvea, middle layer of the eye), marginal keratitis (inflammation of the cornea), and blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelids).
