Generic name:dexamethasone
Dosage form: ophthalmic insert
Drug class:Ophthalmic steroids
What is Dextenza?
Dextenza is an insert that is placed into the tear duct in the lower eyelid.
The insert contains dexamethasone which is a corticosteroid medicine that used to treat or prevent eye inflammation.
The Dextenza insert releases dexamethasone into the eye for up to 30 days.
What is Dextenza used for?
Dextenza is used to treat eye inflammation and pain following ophthalmic surgery.
Dextenza is also used to treat eye itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
Warnings
You should not be treated with Dextenza if you:
- are allergic to dexamethasone, or
- have an infection in or around your eye.
Dexamethasone can worsen or reactivate an eye infection you already have or have recently had (including herpes infection of the eyes).
Before using this medicine
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- glaucoma;
- a detached retina;
- cataracts (unless you are receiving this medicine as part of cataract surgery); or
- herpes infection of the eyes.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How is Dextenza given?
Dextenza will be inserted into your eyelid by a healthcare professional in a clinic setting.
The doctor will use a medicine to numb your eye before inserting the implant.
After this medicine has been given, you will be watched closely for any swelling, inflammation, or increased pressure in your eye.
You may need medication or other treatments to keep the increased pressure in your eye from getting too high. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Dosing information
Usual Adult Dose for Posto...
