Dexylin 1 mg/ml / 5 mg/ml

Indication

Eye and ear drops for inflammation, infection or wounds of the eye, and for ear inflammation/infection responsive to a corticosteroid-antibiotic combination.

Ingredients

• Dexamethasone phosphate (as sodium phosphate) 1 mg/ml
• Neomycin sulfate 5 mg/ml (equivalent to neomycin base 3.25 mg)

Direction

Eyes: 1-2 drops per dose, 3-6 times daily. Ears: 3-4 drops per dose, 3-6 times daily. Or as directed by a doctor. For topical use only.

Side effects

• Temporary stinging or burning on application
• Allergic reactions to neomycin (itching
• redness
• swelling)
• Prolonged use may raise eye pressure (glaucoma)
• cause cataract or fungal corneal infection
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.

Precautions

• Long
• term use may cause glaucoma
• cataract and fungal infection of the cornea
• which can lead to blindness
• If symptoms do not improve after 7 days
• consult a doctor
• Do not use in viral or fungal eye infections or with a perforated eardrum unless directed by a doctor
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.