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Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate 0.1%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
Steroid.
How Supplied
Soln—5mL
Manufacturer
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Indications
Indications
Steroid responsive inflammatory conditions of the eye.
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Dosage and Administration
Adult
Initial therapy: 1 or 2 drops in conjunctival sac every hour during the day and every two hours during the night. When favorable response observed, reduce dose to 1 drop every 4 hours; may reduce later to 1 drop 3 or 4 times daily.
Children
Not established.
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Contraindications
Contraindications
Epithelial herpes simplex keratitis. Acute infectious stages of vaccinia, varicella, and many other diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva. Mycobacterial infection of the eye. Fungal diseases of ocular or auricular structures. Perforation of a drum membrane.
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Monitor intraocular pressure if used for >10 days. Wait at least 15 minutes before inserting contact lenses. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Pharmacokinetics
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Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Interactions
Not Applicable
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Glaucoma with optic nerve damage, visual acuity and field defects, posterior subcapsular cataract formation, secondary ocular infection from pathogens including herpes simplex, perforation of the globe; rare: stinging, burning, filtering blebs following cataract surgery.
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Clinical Trials
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Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Note
Not Applicable
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Ophthalmic Solution Patient Counseling
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