Boric Acid + Dexamethasone + Gentamicin + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose
Uses
Gentamicin, Dexamethasone, Boric Acid, and Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose are used in the treatment of eye infections.
How it Works
How Gentamicin, Dexamethasone, Boric Acid, and Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose work Gentamicin, Dexamethasone, Boric Acid, and Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose is a combination of four medicines: Gentamicin, Dexamethasone, Boric Acid, and Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose. Gentamicin is an antibiotic that inhibits bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for vital bacterial functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid medication that blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness, swelling, and itching in the eye or ear. Boric Acid acts as a preservative, while Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose serves as a lubricating agent that moistens the eyes or ears.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Gentamicin, Dexamethasone, Boric Acid, and Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose include eye irritation and eye discomfort.
Expert Advice
- Your doctor has prescribed Gentamicin + Dexamethasone + Boric Acid + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose to treat your infection and alleviate symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and complete the full course of treatment, even if you start feeling better.
- Avoid touching the tip of the applicator to any surface or to your eye/ear to prevent contamination.
- Consult your doctor if:
- Your symptoms do not begin to improve within two days of starting treatment.
- Your symptoms worsen during treatment.
- You experience another eye/ear infection.
- If using Gentamicin + Dexamethasone + Boric Acid + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose for the eye:
- Wait at least 5-10 minutes before administering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Do not wear contact lenses while using this medication.
- Be aware that it may cause temporary blurring of vision when first used. Exercise caution when driving or operating machinery.
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Boric Acid 0.25% w/v + Dexamethasone 0.05% w/v + Gentamicin 0.3% w/v + Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose 0.25% w/v
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