Dexamethasone with framycetin and gramicidin drops

About dexamethasone with framycetin and gramicidin drops

This preparation contains three ingredients, dexamethasone, framycetin and gramicidin. It is used to treat inflammatory conditions of the ear or eye, particularly those at risk of becoming infected.

Dexamethasone is used to relieve inflammation, itching and pain. Framycetin and gramicidin are both used to prevent bacterial infections and work by killing the bacteria responsible for causing infection.

Before using dexamethasone with framycetin and gramicidin drops

Before using these drops make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

• If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding.
• If you are to use the drops in your ear and you have a perforated ear drum.
• If you are to use the drops in your eye and you have glaucoma, an infection or ulcer in the eye.
• If you are taking other medicines, including those available to buy without a prescription, herbal or complementary medicines.
• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to this or any other medicine.

How to use dexamethasone with framycetin and gramicidin drops

• Before beginning treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet.
• Apply these drops into the ear or eye exactly as directed by your doctor.

1. Wash your hands well.
2. Remove the outer cap.
3. Tilt the head back and pull the lower lid of the eye down to form a pocket.
4. Hold the container between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand, turn the container upside down near to the eye. Try not to touch the eye with the container.
5. Apply enough pressure to the container to release one to two drops.
6. Close the eye, and keep it closed for one to two minutes.
7. If you think that you have missed the eye, then insert another drop.
8. Repeat in the other eye if you have been instructed to use this preparation in both eyes.
9. Replace the outer cap on the container. Try not to touch the tip of the container with your fingers.
10. Wash your hands again.

1. Wash you hands, then clean the ear with warm water and dry thoroughly.
2. Remove the outer cap.
3. Lie down or tilt your head so that the affected ear faces upwards.
4. Gently pull the earlobe to straighten the ear canal.
5. Hold the container between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand and turn the container upside down near to the ear. Try not to touch the inside of the ear with the container.
6. Apply enough pressure to the container to release four to five drops.
7. Keep the ear facing upwards for a few minutes to allow the solution to come into contact with the affected area.
8. Repeat in the other ear if you have been instructed to use these drops in both ears.
9. Replace the outer cap on the container .
10. Wash your hands again.

Getting the most from your treatment

• If you are using these drops in the eyes and are using other eye drops or eye ointments, leave at least five minutes between applying each preparation.
• Do not use these drops for more than one week.
• If your symptoms do not improve within seven days or if they become worse, make an appointment to see your doctor.

Can dexamethasone with framycetin and gramicidin drops cause problems?

Along with their useful effects all medicines can cause unwanted side effects which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects continue or become troublesome.

If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.

How to store dexamethasone with framycetin and gramicidin drops

• Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
• Do not keep these drops more than 4 weeks after the bottle has been opened.
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

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