Ocu-Dex and Voltaren Ophthalmic
Determining the interaction of Ocu-Dex and Voltaren Ophthalmic and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Ask your doctor before using diclofenac ophthalmic together with dexamethasone ophthalmic. Using this combination together can actually slow or delay the healing effects of these medications. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:GENERALLY AVOID: Concomitant use of ophthalmic nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and ophthalmic steroids may increase the potential for healing problems, as both can slow or delay healing.
MANAGEMENT: The use of ophthalmic NSAIDs in combination with ophthalmic corticosteroids should be avoided unless benefits outweigh the potential risks.
- "Product Information. Xibrom (bromfenac ophthalmic)." ISTA Pharmaceuticals, Irvine, CA.
- "Product Information. Nevanac (nepafenac ophthalmic)." Alcon Laboratories Inc, Fort Worth, TX.
- "Product Information. Acular (ketorolac)." Allergan Inc, Irvine, CA.
Generic Name: dexamethasone ophthalmic
Brand name: Dextenza, Dexycu, Ozurdex, Maxidex
Synonyms: Ocu-Dex (Ophthalmic)
Generic Name: diclofenac ophthalmic
Brand name: Voltaren Ophthalmic
Synonyms: n.a.
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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- Ocu-Dex-Voltaren-XR
- Ocu-Dex-Von Willebrand Factor
- Ocu-Dex-Von Willebrand factor recombinant
- Ocu-Dex-Von willebrand factor recombinant Intravenous
- Ocu-Dex-Vonvendi
- Voltaren Ophthalmic-Ocu-Disal
- Voltaren Ophthalmic-Ocu-Pentolate
- Voltaren Ophthalmic-Ocu-Phrin
- Voltaren Ophthalmic-Ocu-Pred
- Voltaren Ophthalmic-Ocu-Pred-A
- Voltaren Ophthalmic-Ocu-Trol ophthalmic