Corticosteorid + Antibiotics

Indications & Dose:

Treatment inflammatory conditions of the anterior segment of the eye, e.g., acute and chronic anterior uveitis, iritis, external disease such as non-specific keratitis. Used post operatively to reduce inflammatory reactions. Ocular infections associated with inflammatory and/or allergic conditions of eye.

DOSE

Adults & Children

Severe or acute inflammation: 1-2 drops in  the eye every 30-60 min. for 3-4 days until a satisfactory response. Then every 2-3 hours for 1-2 weeks. If favourable response is not achieved subconjunctival or systemic therapy should be instituted.or two hourly or 0.5cm oint two or three times daily and/or at night

Contraindications:

Viral, fungal, tuberculous or purulent infections, dendritic ulcer & glaucoma. 

Side Effects:

Corneal thinning, cataract, rise in intra-ocular pressure, sensitisation and cross  resistance to neomycin; avoid unnecessary use. 

Cautions:

Precautions:

Prolonged use in pregnancy. 

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