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Ozurdex Injection

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Product introduction

Ozurdex Injection is an implant containing steroid. It is injected into the eye to treat vision loss due to swelling of the macula (the light-sensitive layer of the eye). It works by blocking the release of substances that triggers inflammation, thereby improving the vision.

Ozurdex Injection

Uses of Ozurdex Injection

  • Vision loss due to swelling of the macula

Benefits of Ozurdex Injection

In Vision loss due to swelling of the macula

Most people with swelling of the macula will have symptoms that range from slightly blurry vision to noticeable vision loss. Colors might also appear washed out or faded. Ozurdex Injection is an implant that helps relieve these symptoms and helps restore normal vision. You must get regular eye examination if you are facing issues with your vision. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Ozurdex Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ozurdex

  • Increased intraocular pressure
  • Cataract
  • Conjunctival hemorrhage
  • Eye infection
  • Blurred vision
  • Eye swelling

How to use Ozurdex Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ozurdex Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ozurdex Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ozurdex Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ozurdex Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may experience temporary visual blurring after receiving an intravitreal injection. Do not drive drive or use machines until this has been resolved.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ozurdex Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ozurdex Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Ozurdex Injection is an implant that is injected into the eye for the treatment of macular edema.
  • It dissolves slowly over months and releases a corticosteroid called dexamethasone.Once placed, it does not need to be removed.
  • It may cause temporary blurring of vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • It may cause eye infection, inflammation, or increased eye pressure. Your doctor will monitor you regularly after the injection.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if your eyes becomes red, sensitive to light, painful, or if you notice a change in your vision.
  • Repeated treatment with Ozurdex Injection may cause cataracts. Inform your doctor if this happens to you.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Intravitreal corticosteriod implants

Patient concerns

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glucoma (eye sight very very poor)
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
The vision loss due to glaucoma is permanent. Never regained. Take treatment sincerely to save remaining vision
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I am having dark vision in right eye and have undergone a neuro surgery for internal pressure on optic nerves and spine . what should I do to administer the vision problem.
Dr. Vishal Arora
Ophthalmology
Vision loss due to neurological causes is difficult to regain. You please get evaluated to see till what extent the vision is lost
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References

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Address: No.3, Kasturba Road, Level 2, Prestige Obelisk, Bangalore – 560 001., KARNATAKA, INDIA
Country of origin: Ireland
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