Azithromycin+dexamethasone
About Azithromycin+dexamethasone
Azithromycin+dexamethasone is a combination medicine used to treat conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. Symptoms include red eyes, discharge, itching, irritation, and discomfort.
Azithromycin+dexamethasone contains Azithromycin and Dexamethasone. Azithromycin prevents the growth of bacteria. Dexamethasone suppresses inflammatory modulators. Together, Azithromycin+dexamethasone helps treat conjunctivitis.
Sometimes, Azithromycin+dexamethasone may cause side effects such as eye irritation. This side effect may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effect persists or worsens.
Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and the medicines you take to prevent any side effects/interactions.
Uses of Azithromycin+dexamethasone
Medicinal Benefits
Azithromycin+dexamethasone is a combination medicine used to treat conjunctivitis. Azithromycin+dexamethasone contains Azithromycin and Dexamethasone. Azithromycin is an antibiotic which prevents the translation of mRNA of bacteria; thereby, it inhibits bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that suppresses inflammatory modulators. Together, Azithromycin+dexamethasone helps treat conjunctivitis.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Azithromycin+dexamethasone
- Eye irritation
Drug Warnings
Do not use Azithromycin+dexamethasone if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have high intraocular pressure, diabetes, kidney or liver problems. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are using any other medicines.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorIt is not known whether alcohol interacts with Azithromycin+dexamethasone. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Azithromycin+dexamethasone can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionIt is not known if Azithromycin+dexamethasone affects your vision. Drive or operate machinery only if your vision is clear.
Liver
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Azithromycin+dexamethasone in patients with liver impairment.
Kidney
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Azithromycin+dexamethasone in patients with kidney impairment.
Children
consult your doctorAzithromycin+dexamethasone should be administered in children only if prescribed by the doctor.
Habit Forming
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 lenses, Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. 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 spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Conjunctivitis: Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. Symptoms include red eyes, discharge, itching, irritation, and discomfort. Conjunctivitis is caused by allergy or bacterial/viral infection. It is extremely contagious and is spread by contact with eye secretions from someone infected.
FAQs
Azithromycin+dexamethasone is used to treat Conjunctivitis.
Azithromycin+dexamethasone prevents the growth of bacteria and suppresses inflammatory modulators. Thereby, Azithromycin+dexamethasone helps treat conjunctivitis.
Using spectacles and avoiding wearing contact lenses is recommended until the infection is cleared. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.
Do not use other eye medications with Azithromycin+dexamethasone unless the doctor advises. If prescribed, maintain a gap of 10-15 minutes between Azithromycin+dexamethasone and other eye medications.
