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Ozurdex is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. The alternative uses of Ozurdex have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ozurdex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Ozurdex are Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Ozurdex have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ozurdex normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ozurdex has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ozurdex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ozurdex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ozurdex in conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ozurdex contraindications section.
Additionally, Ozurdex may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Ozurdex, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Ozurdex is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ozurdex safe for pregnant women?
Ozurdex has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ozurdex without medical advice.
Is the use of Ozurdex safe during breastfeeding?
Ozurdex should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ozurdex on the Kidneys?
Ozurdex can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Ozurdex on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ozurdex. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ozurdex only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ozurdex on the Heart?
Ozurdex can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Ozurdex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ozurdex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ozurdex habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ozurdex.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ozurdex will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ozurdex only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ozurdex for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ozurdex
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ozurdex, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ozurdex
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ozurdex with alcohol will be.
Yes, long-term use of Ozurdex may cause low potassium in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.
Ozurdex comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Ozurdex.
Yes, long-term use of Ozurdex can cause high blood pressure because Ozurdex can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Ozurdex is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), dizziness, vomiting, and stomach upset. If you are experiencing any discomfort after taking this drug to inform your doctor.
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