Ducressa Eye Drops 5ml Santen
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1. Composition
1 ml contains: levofloxacin (as hemihydrate) 5 mg, dexamethasone sodium phosphate 1.32 mg (equivalent to 1 mg dexamethasone). Excipients: benzalkonium chloride, sodium dihydrogen phosphate monohydrate, disodium phosphate dodecahydrate, water for injections.
2. Indications
Prevention and treatment of inflammation, and prevention of infection associated with cataract surgery in adults.
3. Directions for Use and Dosage
Instill 1 drop into the conjunctival sac of the operated eye every 6 hours (4 times daily). Duration of treatment is 7 days (maximum 14 days under ophthalmologist supervision).
4. Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to levofloxacin, other quinolones, or dexamethasone; viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva (herpes simplex); mycobacterial and fungal eye infections; corneal epithelial damage; pregnancy and lactation; children under 18.
5. Side Effects
Increase in intraocular pressure, eye irritation, stinging, blurred vision, punctate keratitis, dysgeusia, headache.
6. Storage Conditions
Store below +25°C protected from light. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 28 days after first opening.