Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Dexamethasone(0.10% w/v)
Packet of 10ml Eye Drop
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Never use Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back.
You should not discontinue using the medicine unless your doctor tells you so. Stopping the medication before time may allow the bacteria to continue their growth, which may result in the return of the infection.
It may cause eye irritation, blurred vision, and bitter taste in the mouth. These side effects are usually temporary and resolve with time. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, do not drive or operate other machines until your vision is clear. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult with your doctor before using this medicine.
Dexamethasone is a potent glucocorticoid with very little, if any, mineralocorticoid activity. Dexamethasone's effect on the body occurs in a variety of ways. It works by suppressing the migration of neutrophils and decreasing lymphocyte colony proliferation
According to the manufacturer's labeling, the pharmacokinetics of oral dexamethasone is dose-proportional between the dose range of 0.5 to 40 mg. Absorption: Dexamethasone median time to peak concentrations
Eye irritation
Bitter taste
Electrolyte imbalance
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
Gastrointestinal disorder
Skin disorder
Neurological disorder
Menstrual disorder
Abnormal hair growth
Glaucoma
active, untreated tuberculosis.
inactive tuberculosis.
herpes simplex infection of the eye.
a herpes simplex infection.
an infection due to a fungus.
intestinal infection caused by the roundworm Strongyloides.
a condition with low thyroid hormone levels.
diabetes.
Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Acute mountain sickness/high-altitude cerebral edema. ...
Acute respiratory distress syndrome, moderate to severe. ...
Adrenal insufficiency, adrenal crisis. ...
Adrenal insufficiency, primary chronic. ...
Antiemetic regimens: Chemotherapy-associated nausea and vomiting, prevention
Antibiotics.
Antifungal drugs. When used with dexamethasone, certain drugs used to treat fungal infections can increase the level of dexamethasone in your blood. ...
Blood thinners. ...
Cholesterol drugs. ...
Cushing's syndrome drugs.
Diabetes drugs. ...
Diuretics (water pills) ...
Epilepsy drugs.
Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Store below 30°C
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Q. What is Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop? What is it used for?
Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. It is used to relieve symptoms caused due to infection such as swelling, itchiness and redness of the eyes.
Q. Is Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop effective?
Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop?
No, you should not stop using Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. You may feel better and your symptoms may also improve before completing the full course of treatment. Still, it is advised to continue the medication as stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.
Q. In which conditions is the use of Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop avoided?
Use of Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Decolite 0.10% Eye Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.
