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About Dexacort N Eye Ointment

NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE belongs to the combination of steroids and antibiotics primarily used to treat eye inflammation caused by uveitis, eye injury, chemical burns, radiation, or certain other conditions. NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE is 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 conjunctiva's inflammation or infection (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. 

NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE 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 due to bacterial infections.

Uses of Dexacort N Eye Ointment

Bacterial eye infections 

Medicinal Benefits of Dexacort N Eye Ointment

NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE 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 due to bacterial infections in the eyes.   

Directions for Use

NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE is for external use only. Wash your hands thoroughly with water before and after use. Use the dropper provided with the pack to instil the drops into the affected eye. Your doctor will advise you how many drops to instil based on your medical condition. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids, ear, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE.

Side Effects of Dexacort N Eye Ointment

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

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

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

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE may interact with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (bromfenac), antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin), HIV/AIDS drugs (atazanavir, darunavir), antifungals (ketoconazole, itraconazole).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

If you have any other eye/ear infections, inform your doctor before taking NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Interaction of alcohol with NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE.

PREGNANCY

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE is prescribed if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

BREAST FEEDING

It is unknown whether NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE is excreted in human milk. NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying in eyes. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

LIVER

If you have any concerns regarding the use of NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

KIDNEY

If you have any concerns regarding the use of NEOMYCIN+DEXAMETHASONE in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.