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Dexamethasone Sod Phosphate Ophthalmic - Corticosteroids - Ophthalmic Ointment Generic Drug

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Below is miscellaneous information regarding Dexamethasone Sod Phosphate Ophthalmic
HOW TO USE: Apply this medication to the eye(s) inside the lower eyelid(s) as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. To apply eye ointment, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, do not touch the ointment tube tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. For best results, this medication must be used routinely as directed. Continue using it for the full time prescribed. If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before using eye ointments. Then tilt your head back, gaze upward, and gently pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Hold the ointment tube directly over the eye and place the prescribed amount of ointment using a slow, sweeping motion. Close your eye(s) for 1 to 2 minutes rolling your eyes in all directions to evenly apply the ointment. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. Do not rinse the ointment tube tip. Replace the cap after each use. If you are using another kind of eye medication (e.g., drops or ointments), wait at least five minutes before applying other medications. Use eye drops before eye ointments, to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.
USES: This medication is used to treat swelling and itching of the eyes ophthalmic that may be caused by allergies, injury, or infection.

Eye burning or stinging, blurred vision, eye swelling, eye pain or redness, or dry eyes may occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to catch up.

Store at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of.