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Deximon P Eye Ointment is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. Secondary and off-label uses of Deximon P Eye Ointment have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Deximon P Eye Ointment is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Deximon P Eye Ointment are Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Deximon P Eye Ointment as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Deximon P Eye Ointment are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Deximon P Eye Ointment has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Deximon P Eye Ointment has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Deximon P Eye Ointment related warnings section.
Deximon P Eye Ointment is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Deximon P Eye Ointment contraindications section.
Besides this, Deximon P Eye Ointment may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Deximon P Eye Ointment is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Deximon P Eye Ointment is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Deximon P Eye Ointment safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Deximon P in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Deximon P Eye Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Deximon P for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Deximon P Eye Ointment on the Kidneys?
Deximon P rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Deximon P Eye Ointment on the Liver?
Deximon P is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Deximon P Eye Ointment on the Heart?
Deximon P is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Deximon P Eye Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deximon P Eye Ointment habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Deximon P Eye Ointment has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Deximon P Eye Ointment
It is safe to take Deximon P Eye Ointment with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deximon P Eye Ointment
Information about the interaction of Deximon P Eye Ointment and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Deximon P can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Deximon P is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
Yes, Deximon P has been reported to cause fever and chills but this occurs in a few cases. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try taking antipyretics (drugs that reduces fever, such as paracetamol) if the fever relapses again then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Deximon P can be taken with ranitidine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Deximon P along with ranitidine if taken as directed by a doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Deximon P might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Deximon P induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
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