Eye Drops

Maxidec - eye drops, which are successfully used in ophthalmology for the treatment of various non-infectious diseases. They can be prescribed to people of different ages and in the overwhelming majority of cases are among the most effective drugs for conservative treatment. So that you can also use them safely for the doctor's prescription, let's analyze what kind of drug it is, what it is used for, who can be appointed and what side effects it can cause.

Description of the preparation

Maxidex - eye drops, the main active ingredient of which is dexamethasone.This preparation is an opaque suspension that can have a hue from white to yellowish. Produced in 5 ml dropper bottles.

Maxidex is used in the treatment of non-infectious diseases

This remedy is dispensed exclusively by prescription. It is not recommended to buy it and independently use it without first visiting a doctor and making an accurate diagnosis.

Pharmacological action and group

Presented eye drops belong to the category of glucocorticosteroids.This drug has a pronounced anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effect. The agent very well penetrates into the chambers of the eye and in such an environment quickly gives the desired therapeutic effect.

Maxexex has an anti-inflammatory effect

some part of this drug enters the systemic circulation. That is why long-term treatment with this remedy can be carried out only under the strict supervision of the attending physician.

Indications and contraindications in use

Eye drops of Maxidex are widely used in ophthalmology.They are prescribed for such diseases:

• conjunctivitis, which are allergic in nature;
• keratitis and keratoconjunctivitis, in which the integrity of the epithelium is not observed;
• irites and iridocyclites;
• blepharitis and blepharoconjunctivitis;
• mechanical injuries of the eye;
• sclerites;
• uveitis;
• neuritis of the optic nerve;
• retinites.

  Types of conjunctivitis

it is recommended to take this drug and in the prevention of various infections in the postoperative period. Especially often, for this purpose, prescribe the presented eye drops to patients after cataract surgery.

There are also special contraindications to the use of this drug. These are:

• personal immunity of the person to the main or auxiliary components of the medicine;
• acute bacterial, as well as viral infections (including chickenpox);
• fungal lesions of the cornea;
• keratitis caused by the herpes virus.

also this drug is not recommended for any acute eye diseases, accompanied by the release of pus. Violation of this rule can aggravate the patient's condition.

In pregnancy

The presented drug can not be used to treat pregnant women.It is proved that he has reproductive toxicity of glucocorticosteroids and can harm a future child. It is for this reason that it can not be taken throughout the term of pregnancy. It is also not recommended to use it for nursing mothers for the same reason.

if a woman during lactation still prescribed this drug, she can take it only after stopping breastfeeding.Otherwise, it can harm the health of the child. If a young mother can not for one reason or another refuse to breastfeed, she will need to pick up for the treatment of another drug that will not be absorbed into the systemic circulation in such a strong concentration.

To small children

In pediatrics this drug is extremely limited.Safety, as well as the effectiveness of this tool for this age group, has not been adequately researched. It is for this reason that children are prescribed other drugs having a similar therapeutic effect, the effect of which on the child's body is well studied.

Possible complications caused by the drug

For short-term use, this drug is well tolerated by patients.Only those people who use it for a long time can develop side effects from these drops.These can be:

• Allergic reactions, including reddening of the mucosa, increased tearing. If a person has not previously been found to be hypersensitive to individual components of this drug, we can say that it developed against a background of incorrect dosage or too long reception facilities.
• Intraocular hypertension.Most often, this problem occurs in children with long-term treatment with this medication.
• Glaucoma with further damage to the optic nerve.With the development of such a pathology, there is usually a significant decrease in vision, which may be irreversible.
• Subcapsular cataract.The likelihood of developing such a pathology when taking this drug is lower than the above-stated deviations.
• Slow down the processes of wound healing.In the event that the patient suffers from diseases that make the cornea thinner, its perforation is possible.
• Occurrence of secondary infection.Especially often, this side effect occurs in those patients who mistakenly take a glucocorticosteroid for infectious diseases.

in order to avoid the development of such complications, patients need to regularly consult physicians during the intake of this drug to measure intraocular pressure. When it increases, taking this medication should be stopped.

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conclusions

As you can see, Maxidex is a highly effective topical preparation that can be used to treat various non-infectious diseases in ophthalmology. To ensure that you do not cause any problems, you need to consult with your doctor beforehand to determine the exact diagnosis and dosage of the drug. In the future, you will only need to follow the recommendations of the physician, and you will achieve this medication with the desired therapeutic effect.