Amgydex
Amgydex Kobec (Tobramycin-Dexamethasone) ophthalmic suspension is a sterile ophthalmic suspension.
Package contains: Each package contains a 5ml dropper eye drops bottle. It is also available as an ophthalmic ointment.
Composition
Each ml contains:
Tobramycin U.S.P.3.00 mg
Dexamethasone U.S.P.1.00 mg
With: Benzalkonium chloride 0.01%, Sodium chloride, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Edetate disodium, and purified water.
Dosage: As directed by the ophthalmologist.
Administration: ophthalmic suspension: 1 to 2 drops into the conjunctival sac(s) every 4 to 6 hours. During the initial 24 to 48 hours, the dosage may be increased to 1 or 2 drops every 2 hours.
Indications: Amgydex ophthalmic suspension is indicated in bacterial ocular infections, inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea and anterior segment of the globe where the inherent risk of steroid use in certain infective conjunctivitis is accepted to obtain a diminution in edema and inflammation.
They are also indicated in chronic anterior uveitis and corneal injury from chemical, radiation, or thermal burns or penetration of foreign bodies, Specially indicated in post-operative conditions of eye i:e cataract, IOL impact surgery, and other surgical procedures.
Contraindications: Epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis), vaccinia, varicella, and other viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva. Mycobacterial infection of the eye. Fungal diseases of ocular structures.
Adverse Reactions: The most frequent adverse reactions to topical ocular Tobramycin are localized ocular toxicity and hypersensitivity, including lid itching, swelling, and conjunctival erythema.
Steroids may mask, activate or enhance infection. If infections do not respond promptly, discontinue use until the infection has been adequately controlled by other measures.
Pregnancy and Nursing mothers: it should be used during pregnancy only if the expected benefits justify the potential risk to the fetus. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk.
Caution:
Protect from sunlight. Keep away from children’s reach. Do not freeze. Store between 8°C-27°C. Shake well before use. To be sold on the prescription of a registered medical practitioner only.
Manufactured by: Remington industries (Pvt) Ltd. https://www.remingtonindustries.com
Marketed by: Kobec Pharmacals.
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