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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

EYE/EAR

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS AND CORTICOSTEROIDS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ashirwad building, S.V.Road, Opp. Badi Masjid, Bandra(W), Mumbai-400050, INDIA
Other Info - DEX0360

FAQs

Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml is a combination of three medicines: Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone and Polymyxin B. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation. Polymyxin B is bactericidal that works by killing the bacterial cell by preventing bacterial cell walls' formation essential for survival. Together Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml prevent the spread of eye and ear infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye/ear infections. 

You are not recommended to wear contact lenses during the entire course of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml as it may worsen the infection. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and reinsert them after 24 hours of finishing the course of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml.

You are recommended to maintain a minimum of 10 minutes time gap between using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and other eye drops and administering eye ointments in the last.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol may affect your ability to fight infections. So, it is recommended to avoid alcohol consumption until your condition improves.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

The consequences of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml during pregnancy are unknown; therefore, do not use it unless your doctor deems it necessary.Ask your doctor for advice before using this medication if you are pregnant, suspect you may be pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The consequences of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml during breastfeeding are unknown; therefore, do not use it unless your doctor deems it necessary.Ask your doctor for advice before using this medication if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml may affect your vision. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery until your vision clears after using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can be used for treating eye/ear infections in patients with liver diseases.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can be used for treating eye/ear infections in patients with kidney problems.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can be used with caution in children to treat middle and outer ear infections. Use it only if prescribed by a doctor.

About Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of combination medications called ‘antibiotics' and 'steroids' used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections and ear infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml does not work against infections caused by viruses and fungi.

Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml is a combination of Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone, and Polymyxin B. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation. Polymyxin B is bactericidal that works by killing the bacterial cell by preventing bacterial cell walls' formation essential for survival. Together Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml prevent the spread of eye and ear infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye/ear infections. 

You should use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. When used in the eyes, the common side effects are eye discomfort, eye irritation, and a burning sensation in the eye. When used as ear drops, the side effects include mild irritation and temporary ear discomfort. Most of these side effects of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml should be used with caution in children. You are advised to consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You are recommended not to use contact lenses during the course of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml as it may worsen the infection. You are advised to maintain a 10 minutes time gap between using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections. Before using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have fungal infections, viral infections such as herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis. Do not use Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, lesions with missing skin that cover the eye or ear, and increased pressure inside the eye. 

Uses of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Bacterial eye and ear infections.

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Medicinal Benefits

Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml is a combination of Chloramphenicol, Dexamethasone, and Polymyxin B belongs to the class of combination medications called ‘antibiotics' and 'steroids' used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections and ear infections. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Dexamethasone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection, such as redness and irritation. Polymyxin B is bactericidal, killing the bacterial cell by preventing bacterial cell walls' formation essential for survival. Together Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml prevent the spread of eye and ear infections caused by a wide range of gram-negative bacteria causing eye/ear infections. 

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Tilt your head back and pull your lower eyelid downwards and outwards. Gently squeeze the dropper and put the eye drops inside the eye/eyes. Blink a few times to spread the medication inside your eye.Ear drops: Do not touch the dropper; hold it close to the ear by tilting your head to the side. Gently squeeze the dropper and put the ear drops inside the ear. Keep your head tilted for a minute to let the drops soak in.

Side Effects of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Eye drops:

  • Eye discomfort
  • Eye irritation
  • Burning sensation in the eye

Ear drops:

  • Mild irritation
  • Temporary ear discomfort

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml or any other medicines. Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml should be used with caution in children. You are advised to consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You are recommended not to use contact lenses during the course of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml as it may worsen the infection. You are advised to maintain a 10 minutes time gap between using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections. Before using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have fungal infections, viral infections such as herpes simplex or varicella, or parasitic infections such as amoebiasis. Do not use Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml if you have tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulceration, lesions with missing skin that cover the eye or ear and increased pressure inside the eye. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DexamethasoneRilpivirine
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and Desmopressin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneRilpivirine
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How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
When Rilpivirine is taken with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Rilpivirine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rilpivirine and Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
When Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml is taken with Ranolazine, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Ranolazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ranolazine and Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
When Regorafenib is taken with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Regorafenib.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Regorafenib and Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Critical
How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Taking Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with triazolam can increased the effects of Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Taking Flibanserin with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with Flibanserin is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Taking lomitapide with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with Lomitapide is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Bempedoic acid with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can result in tendinitis (a condition in which the tissue connecting muscle to bone becomes inflamed) and tendon rupture (injuries to the soft tissues that connect muscles and joints).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Bempedoic acid can be taken with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience pain, inflammation, or swelling of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, biceps, shoulder, hand, or thumb, stop taking bempedoic acid and consult a doctor. Exercise and using the impacted area should both be avoided. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DexamethasoneOxycodone
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How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
When Oxycodone is taken with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, may reduce the blood levels of oxycodone.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Oxycodone and Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DexamethasoneToremifene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
When Toremifene is taken with Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, may reduce the effectiveness of Toremifene.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and Toremifene, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • METHOTREXATE
  • AZATHIOPRINE
  • RITONAVIR
  • COBICISTAT

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Do not wear contact lenses while using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml eye drops.
  • Avoid getting water in your ears while bathing, showering, or swimming while treating an ear infection.
  • Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight while using Deximon-PX Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml as it may cause increased photosensitivity (sensitivity to light).

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for at least six to eight hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
  • Keep your ear clean and dry.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages as they can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This effect can also affect your body’s ability to fight off infections.

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