Dexon

• Steroid-responsive inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea, and anterior segment
• Conjunctivitis, keratitis, iritis, scleritis
• Corneal injury from chemical or thermal burns
• Post-operative inflammation

Dexamethasone is a synthetic glucocorticoid which decreases inflammation by inhibiting the migration of leukocytes and reversal of increased capillary permeability. It suppresses normal immune response.

Adult (0.05% ointment): Apply 0.5-1 inch ribbon of ointment into the conjunctival sac(s) up to 4 times daily. Reduce to once daily once condition has improved.

Common (4%): Cataract.
Rare (<1%): Ocular hypertension, open-angle glaucoma, optic nerve damage, defects in visual acuity and field (after prolonged use), transient ocular stinging/burning, local irritation, ocular discharge, ocular discomfort/pain, foreign body sensation, hyperemia, blurred vision, pruritus, lid margin crusting, dry eye, conjunctival edema, corneal staining, keratitis, tearing, corneal ulcer, posterior subcapsular cataracts (prolonged use).

There are no adequate or well-controlled studies in pregnant women; use only if potential benefit justifies potential risk. Prolonged or repeated use may increase risk of intra-uterine growth retardation.

Caution in hypothyroidism, cirrhosis, hypertension, CHF, ulcerative colitis, thromboembolic disorders, osteoporosis, glaucoma, cataracts, TB of the eye, diabetes, peptic ulcer. Monitor blood glucose in diabetics and coagulation indices in patients on warfarin.

No adequate information on overdose is available.

Store below 30°C in a cool and dry place, protected from light.