Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | No interaction found |
| Pregnancy Interaction | Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. |
| Common Side Effect | Itching, Irritation, Stinging sensation, Blurred vision, Eye redness, Dryness in mouth. |
| How to Use | This medicine is for external use only.Take 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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid. |
| Driving | Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop may cause dizziness (vertigo). Changes in your eyesight or muscle weakness may also happen. This may affect your driving ability. |
| Kidney | Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and other blood tests is advisable while you are taking Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop. |
| Liver | Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | Dexapin 1%/0.10% Eye Drop is a combination of three medicines: Atropine and Dexamethasone. Atropine is an anticholinergic medicine which works by making the pupil of your eye larger and relaxing the muscles in your eye. Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. |