Eyebradex Ophthalmic Drops 5ml

About Eyebradex Ophthalmic Drops 5ml

Eyebradex Ophthalmic Drops Uses

• Bacterial conjunctivitis with inflammation
• Corneal infections needing both antibiotic and anti inflammatory action
• Post operative eye inflammation after cataract or other eye surgery
• Blepharitis with a suspected bacterial component

Eyebradex Ophthalmic Drops Benefits

• Clears susceptible bacteria while easing redness and swelling in one drop
• Reduces pain and light sensitivity linked to ocular inflammation
• Speeds visible improvement compared to using an antibiotic alone
• Convenient short course dosing for common eye infections

What Experts Say

Doctors across Pakistan prescribe combination steroid-antibiotic eye drops like this one when a bacterial eye infection comes with noticeable inflammation, redness or swelling. Tobramycin targets the bacteria directly while dexamethasone calms the immune response that causes discomfort and tissue irritation.

Physicians typically limit therapy to seven to ten days, since prolonged steroid use in the eye can raise intraocular pressure and slow healing of any underlying corneal injury. Extended use beyond this window usually calls for pressure monitoring, especially in patients with a history of glaucoma.

Ophthalmologists caution against self-treating eye redness as a routine bacterial infection, because viral or fungal causes do not respond to this combination and can worsen with steroid use. A proper eye examination before starting therapy helps confirm the diagnosis and correct dosing schedule.

Drug Class

• Corticosteroid and aminoglycoside antibiotic combination (ophthalmic)

Eyebradex Ophthalmic Drops 5ml formula

• Dexamethasone 0.1% + Tobramycin 0.3%

Available forms

• Ophthalmic Drops

How to use Eyebradex Ophthalmic Drops 5ml?

• Wash hands before use and avoid touching the dropper tip to the eye or any surface
• Tilt the head back and pull down the lower eyelid to form a small pocket
• Instill the prescribed number of drops into the affected eye as directed by the doctor
• Close the eye gently for one to two minutes and press lightly near the inner corner
• Wait at least five minutes before using any other eye drop
• Do not wear contact lenses during treatment unless the doctor allows it

Drug Interactions

• Other Topical Steroids: Combining with additional steroid eye drops increases the risk of raised eye pressure
• Other Ophthalmic Antibiotics: Using alongside another eye antibiotic is generally unnecessary and should be avoided without medical advice
• Glaucoma Medicines: May reduce the effectiveness of drops used to control eye pressure

Risks and warnings

• Prolonged Use: Extended steroid exposure can raise eye pressure and increase glaucoma risk
• Viral Infections: Not suitable for herpes simplex keratitis or other viral eye infections
• Fungal Infections: Steroid content may worsen untreated fungal eye infections
• Eye Injury: Use with caution in patients with a corneal ulcer, only under close medical supervision
• Children: Use in young children only on a doctor's specific advice

Eyebradex Ophthalmic Drops Side Effects

• Temporary stinging or burning right after application
• Blurred vision for a few minutes after the drop is instilled
• Eye redness or mild irritation
• Watery eyes or increased tear production
• Raised eye pressure with prolonged or repeated use
• Delayed wound healing if used after eye surgery for too long
• Allergic reaction with eyelid swelling or itching in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Discard the bottle four weeks after first opening
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not freeze