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Opthodex N Eye Drop

Opthodex N Eye Drop

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Opthodex N Eye Drop

Opthodex N Eye Drop is a combination of steroids and antibiotics primarily used to treat eye inflammation caused by uveitis, eye injury, chemical burns, radiation, or certain other conditions. It is also used when there is a risk of bacterial infection in or around the eye. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common bacterial eye infection associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (the white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid.

Opthodex N Eye Drop is a combination of two drugs: Neomycin (antibiotic) and Dexamethasone (steroid). Neomycin belongs to the class of antibiotics that inhibits the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers, thereby killing bacteria. On the other hand, Dexamethasone belongs to the class of steroids that inhibit the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling in the eyes. Thereby, it reduces redness and swelling caused by bacterial infections.

Use Opthodex N Eye Drop as prescribed by your doctor. Opthodex N Eye Drop is only for external use. You are advised to use Opthodex N Eye Drop for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience irritation, redness, itching, burning or stinging sensation, the sensitivity of eyes to light, eyelid swelling, or itching. Most of these side effects of Opthodex N Eye Drop do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Opthodex N Eye Drop or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Opthodex N Eye Drop should be used in children only if prescribed by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Opthodex N Eye Drop. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Opthodex N Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after being applied to the eyes. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of at least 5 minutes between using Opthodex N Eye Drop and other eye drops.

Uses of Opthodex N Eye Drop

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Medicinal Benefits

Opthodex N Eye Drop is a combination of two drugs: Neomycin and Dexamethasone to treat bacterial eye infections. Neomycin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It inhibits the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply, and increase numbers, thereby killing bacteria. Dexamethasone belongs to the class of steroids that inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Thereby, it reduces redness and swelling caused by bacterial infections in the eyes.

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 as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate eye drops.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Opthodex N Eye Drop

  • Irritation
  • Redness
  • Itching
  • Burning or stinging sensation
  • Increased sensitivity of eyes to light
  • Eyelid swelling or itching

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Opthodex N Eye Drop or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Opthodex N Eye Drop should be used in children only if prescribed by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Opthodex N Eye Drop. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Opthodex N Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after being applied to the eyes. If you have any other eye/ear infections, inform your doctor before taking Opthodex N Eye Drop. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Opthodex N Eye Drop as it may cause discolouration of the soft contact lens. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of at least 5 minutes between using Opthodex N Eye Drop and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, ear, or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate Opthodex N Eye Drop. If you are using any other drops or remedies in the ear, inform your doctor before using Opthodex N Eye Drop. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are using any other eye medications or oral steroid medication (prednisone).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have any other eye/ear infections, inform your doctor before taking Opthodex N Eye Drop.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PREDNISONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Bacterial eye infections: The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, or keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by secretions of the eye. Symptoms include redness, itchy, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye, a bump on the eyelid, is also a common eye condition. Keratitis, inflammation of the cornea, occurs due to frequent contact lenses, injury, diabetes, or surgery.

Special Advise

  • Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Opthodex N Eye Drop as it may cause discolouration of soft contact lenses.
  • If the infection persists or worsens after 5 days of using Opthodex N Eye Drop, please consult a doctor.
  • You should not use Opthodex N Eye Drop if you have a viral or fungal infection in your eyes (including herpes simplex).
  • Tell your doctor if you have ever had glaucoma or cataracts or if you need cataract surgery or an allergic reaction to medicine like neomycin (such as kanamycin, paromomycin, streptomycin, or gentamicin).
     

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, or keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by secretions of the eye. Symptoms include redness, itchy, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye, a bump on the eyelid, is also a common eye condition. Keratitis, inflammation of the cornea, occurs due to frequent contact lenses, injury, diabetes, or surgery.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with Opthodex N Eye Drop is unknown. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Opthodex N Eye Drop is prescribed if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Opthodex N Eye Drop is excreted in human milk. Opthodex N Eye Drop is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Opthodex N Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying in eyes. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Opthodex N Eye Drop in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Opthodex N Eye Drop in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Opthodex N Eye Drop is not recommended for children until and unless advised by a doctor.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Opthodex N Eye Drop is used to treat bacterial eye infections.
Opthodex N Eye Drop contains Neomycin and Dexamethasone. Neomycin is an antibiotic that inhibits the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, destroys bacteria. Dexamethasone is a steroid that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling.
You are recommended to wash your hands first and tilt your head back and gently pull the lower eyelid downwards. Then, squeeze the bottle gently by holding it upside down to instil the number of drops into the affected eye as advised by your doctor without touching the tip of the bottle to the eye or surrounding areas to avoid contamination. Finally, replace the cap tightly after use. After applying Opthodex N Eye Drop, you are advised to close your eyes for a minimum of 2 to 3 minutes and pressure should be applied to the corner of the eye by pressing a finger to stop eye drops from spreading into the rest of the body.
You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Opthodex N Eye Drop as it may cause adverse effects. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before applying Opthodex N Eye Drop and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Opthodex N Eye Drop.
Opthodex N Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying in the eyes. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.
You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 5 minutes between using Opthodex N Eye Drop and other eye drops. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Opthodex N Eye Drop.
You are not recommended to stop using Opthodex N Eye Drop without consulting your doctor else it would worsen the infection. Therefore, use Opthodex N Eye Drop for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Opthodex N Eye Drop, please consult your doctor.
You are recommended to use Opthodex N Eye Drop for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after 1 week of treatment with Opthodex N Eye Drop, please consult a doctor.

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