DEXAPIN 1%/0.10% EYE DPS

Overview

DEXAPIN 1%/0.10% EYE DPS is composed of: DEXAMETHASONE (0.1 %)


Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Dexamethasone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as allergic disorders and skin conditions. Dexamethasone is also used to treat ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, and breathing disorders.

Usage

DEXAMETHASONE is generally used to treat: Ulcerative Colitis, Arthritis, Lupus, Psoriasis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

DEXAPIN 1%/0.10% EYE DPS is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for DEXAPIN 1%/0.10% EYE DPS and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney, intestinal or heart disease, diabetes, under active thyroid, high blood pressure, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, joint inflammation, eye infection, seizures, tuberculosis, ulcer, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Monitor blood glucose level in diabetic patients regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DEXAMETHASONE over-dosage can result in: Easy Bruising, Irregular Menstrual Periods

Common Side-Effects

DEXAMETHASONE : Abdomen Upset Stomach, Head Headache, Dizziness, Difficulty Sleeping, Weight Gain

Serious Side-Effects

DEXAMETHASONE : Heartburn, Throat Soreness, Fever, Arms Joint Pain, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Irregular Heartbeat, Eyes Pain, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings

Rare Side-Effects

DEXAMETHASONE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

DEXAMETHASONE can interfere with: Tuberculosis, Hypernatremia, Hypocalcemia, Hypokalemia, Seizure, Diverticulitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection, Viral Inection, Myocardial Infarction, Ocular Herpes, Peptic Ulcer, Vaccination, Cirrhosis, Psychosis, Depression, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Congestive Heart Disease, Edema, Hypertension, Acute Renal Failure, Cushing’s Syndrome, Hyperaldosteronism, Hyperlipidemia, Hypothyroidism, Acute Liver Failure, Myasthenia Gravis, Myopathy, Myoneural Disorders, Glaucoma, Cataract, Osteoporosis, Thromboembolism

Technical Classification

DEXAMETHASONE is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES

Available Alternatives for DEXAPIN 1%/0.10% EYE DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DEXAPIN 1%/0.10% EYE DPS

INR 20 for 5 ML EYE DROP

ATROPINE 1.0 %, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ATROCHLOR D EYE DPS	INR 15.39 for 10 ML EYE DROP	ATROPINE 1.0 %W/V, CHLORAMPHENICOL 0.5 %W/V, DEXAMETHASONE 0.1 %W/V
DEXAPIN C EYE DPS	INR 13.97 for 5 ML EYE DROP	DEXAMETHASONE 1.0 %, ATROPINE 0.1 %, CHLORAMPHENICOL 0.5 %