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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml is used to treat eye inflammation and corneal injury. It contains Dexamethasone, which works by blocking certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as discomfort, sensitivity to light and blurred vision. Avoid touching the tip of the container, as it might contaminate the contents.

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Aurolab

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OPHTHALMIC

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3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml is used to treat eye inflammation. It is also used to treat corneal injury caused by chemicals, foreign bodies or heat burns. Eye inflammation is the inflammation of the eye surface and the front portion inside the eye due to infection, injury, allergy, or autoimmune disorders.

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml contains Dexamethasone, which works by blocking certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation. Thereby, it provides relief from symptoms of inflammation like redness, soreness, and swelling.

In some cases, Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml may cause side effects such as discomfort, dry eyes, sensitivity to light, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml may cause blurred vision; therefore, drive only if you have clear vision. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml

Treatment of eye inflammation and corneal injury.

Directions for Use

Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Medicinal Benefits

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids used to treat eye inflammation. It is also used to treat corneal injury caused by chemicals, foreign bodies, or heat burns. Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml helps reduce irritation, burning, redness, and swelling caused by heat, chemicals, radiation, allergy, infection, or foreign bodies in the eye. Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml contains Dexamethasone, which works by blocking certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation. Thereby, it provides relief from symptoms of inflammation like redness, soreness, and swelling.

How Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml Works

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml contains Dexamethasone, which works by blocking certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation. Thereby, it provides relief from symptoms of inflammation like redness, soreness, and swelling.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml

  • Discomfort
  • Blurred vision
  • Dry eyes
  • Sensitivity to light

Drug Warnings

Do not use Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its components or if you have fungal, viral or parasitic eye infections or tuberculosis of the eye. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml only for the duration prescribed by the doctor. Inform the doctor if you have an eye infection, eye wound, thinning of eye tissues, Cushing's syndrome, adrenal gland problems, HIV infection or diabetes. Avoid touching the tip of the container to the eye or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the contents. Let the doctor know if you are using any other medicines or have any other medical conditions.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands. 
  • Avoid rubbing the eyes.
  • Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
  • Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
  • Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
  • If you wear contact lens: Clean and replace contact lens more often. Never share contact lens. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens. 
  • Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes for every 20 minutes.
  • Blink regularly as it helps in the spread of hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Dexa Ophthalmic Solution 7.5 ml

    12.47per tablet
  • Monodexa Eye Drops 5 ml

    by AYUR

    21.96per tablet
  • Dexnova Ophthalmic Solution 10 ml

    9.81per tablet
  • Solodex J Drops 10 ml

    4.05per tablet
  • Dexadrops 0.1% Eye/Ear Drops

    5.58per tablet
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml is not recommended for use during breastfeeding. Please consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml might cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml in children. Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml should be used with caution in children if prescribed by the doctor.

FAQs

Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml is used to treat redness, swelling, and other symptoms due to inflammation or eye allergy. It is also used to treat injury of the cornea caused by chemicals, heat burns or foreign bodies.
Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml works by blocking certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation. Thereby, it helps relieve redness, swelling, and soreness due to eye inflammation.
Use Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml only for the duration prescribed by the doctor. Using it for prolonged durations may cause increased eye pressure and the development of cataracts.
Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of at least 5 minutes between Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml and other eye medications. Eye ointment should be used last.
Use of steroids such as Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml might make eye infections worse and delay eye wound healing. Consult the doctor if you have an eye infection, the doctor may prescribe another medicine.
Wearing contact lens is not recommended during eye inflammation. However, if you continue to wear contact lens, remove them before using Dexa 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml and re-insert them 15 minutes after using the medicine.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No: 1 , Sivagangai Main Road Veerapanjan, Madurai - 625 020, Tamil Nadu, India
Other Info - DEX0402

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