Darvon and Poly-Dex ophthalmic

• Generic Name: propoxyphene
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Darvon, Darvon-N, PP-Cap

Darvocet (acetaminophen and propoxyphene) was withdrawn from the U.S. market in November 2010.

Darvocet contains a combination of propoxyphene and acetaminophen. Propoxyphene is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever and a fever reducer that increases the effects of propoxyphene.

Darvocet is used to relieve mild to moderate pain with or without fever.

Darvocet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: dexamethasone / neomycin / polymyxin b ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Maxitrol, Ocu-Trol, Poly-Dex, Dexacidin, Dexasporin, Methadex, AK-Trol, Dexacine

Poly-Dex (for the eyes) is a combination antibiotic and steroid medicine that is used to treat eye inflammation caused by uveitis, eye injury, radiation, chemical burns, or certain other conditions.

Poly-Dex is used when there is a risk of bacterial infection in or around the eye.

Poly-Dex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.