About Dexoflox Eye Drops 0.1% / 0.3%
This combination eye drop calms bacterial eye infections along with the redness, swelling, and discomfort that come with them.
Dexoflox Eye Drops Uses
- Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) with inflammation
- Post-operative inflammation after cataract or other eye surgery
- Corneal ulcers caused by susceptible bacteria
- Blepharitis with an infective component
- Eye inflammation following an injury or foreign body removal
Dexoflox Eye Drops Benefits
- A steroid and antibiotic in one bottle
- Ofloxacin targets a wide range of bacteria common in Pakistan's climate
- Dexamethasone reduces swelling and discomfort faster
- Affordable price compared to imported combination drops
What Experts Say
Ophthalmologists generally reserve steroid-antibiotic combinations for confirmed bacterial infections with visible inflammation.
Doctors caution against using longer than the prescribed course to avoid resistant bacteria.
A follow-up visit is recommended if redness, pain, or vision changes persist beyond five days.
Drug Class
- Corticosteroid: Dexamethasone
- Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic: Ofloxacin
- Category: Ophthalmic Anti-inflammatory and Antibacterial Combination
- بیکٹیریل آشوب چشم یعنی آنکھ کی سرخی اور انفیکشن کا علاج
- آنکھ کی سرجری کے بعد سوزش میں کمی
- کورنیا کے السر کا علاج
- پلکوں کی سوزش اور انفیکشن میں آرام
Dexoflox Eye Drops 0.1% / 0.3% formula
- Dexamethasone 0.1% + Ofloxacin 0.3%
Available forms
- Ophthalmic Eye Drops, 5ml Bottle
How to use Dexoflox Eye Drops 0.1% / 0.3%?
- Wash hands before opening the bottle.
- Shake gently to mix the suspension evenly before each use.
- Tilt head back, pull down lower eyelid to form a small pocket.
- One drop in the pocket, without the dropper tip touching the eye.
- Close eye gently for one to two minutes.
- Follow prescribed frequency, usually every 4 to 6 hours.
- Full course matters even after symptoms improve.
Drug Interactions
- Other Eye Medications: Gap of at least 5 minutes between drops.
- Oral Anticoagulants: May rarely enhance the effect of blood thinners.
- Live Vaccines: Prolonged steroid use may reduce vaccine effectiveness.
- NSAIDs: Oral NSAIDs for a long duration may raise stomach irritation risk.
Risks and warnings
- Prolonged Use: Using for more than 7 to 10 days without follow-up can raise eye pressure and lead to glaucoma or cataracts.
- Contact Lenses: Remove lenses before applying, wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting.
- Self-Medication: Can mask a viral or fungal eye infection.
- Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Checkup with an eye specialist worthwhile first.
- Hot Weather Storage: Keep away from direct sunlight and car dashboards.
- Mild burning or stinging right after application
- Temporary blurred vision
- Watery eyes or increased tear production
- Eye redness or itching
- Dry eye sensation
- Raised intraocular pressure with prolonged use
- Cataract formation with long-term steroid exposure
- Delayed wound healing on the eye surface
- Rare allergic reaction with eyelid swelling
Storage Conditions
- Room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.
- Keep tightly closed between uses.
- Avoid direct sunlight and hot car interiors.
- Discard the bottle 4 weeks after opening.
- Keep out of reach of children.
