Stedex Eye Drop

Stedex Eye Drop is an ophthalmic medication that belongs to the class of 'antibiotics & corticosteroids' primarily used to treat bacterial eye infections, such as conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva). A 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).

Stedex Eye Drop is composed of Chloramphenicol and Dexamethasone. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that works by stopping bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy.

Stedex Eye Drop is for ophthalmic use only. Common side effects of Stedex Eye Drop include redness of the eye, stinging/burning sensation, and temporary blurred vision. These side effects may not occur in every patient using this medication and differ individually. If the side effects persist longer or worsen, please seek a doctor's advice.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Stedex Eye Drop or any other medications. Avoid contact of the dispensing tip with the eye, eyelids, fingers, and other surfaces to prevent contamination. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Stedex Eye Drop. This medicine may cause temporary blurred vision; hence drive only when you are alert and have clear vision. Stedex Eye Drop should be used in children only when advised by a doctor.

Stedex Eye Drop consists of Chloramphenicol and Dexamethasone. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that works by stopping bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Stedex Eye Drop treats bacterial eye infections and relieves symptoms of itching, swelling, and redness caused due to inflammation.

• Redness of the eye
• Stinging/burning sensation
• Temporary blurred vision 

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Stedex Eye Drop. Avoid touching the tip of the tube with bare hands or the eyelids to avoid contamination. If you wear contact lenses, remove them while administering the medicine into the eye. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Stedex Eye Drop if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines until you have a clear vision since the administration of Stedex Eye Drop may cause temporary blurred vision.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, before starting Stedex Eye Drop.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your doctor if you have a medical history of allergic reactions to medicines, liver/kidney diseases, ocular tuberculosis, fungal/viral eye infection, cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetes before using Stedex Eye Drop.

• 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 wash your hands before inserting and removing the contact lens.
• Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
• Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

It is advised to contact your doctor if the infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.

Bacterial eye infection: A 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). 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).