Generic name:dexamethasone (intraocular route) [ dex-a-METH-a-sone ]
Drug class:Ophthalmic steroids
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 22, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Dexycu
- Ozurdex
Available Dosage Forms:
- Suspension
- Implant
Therapeutic Class: Ophthalmologic Agent
Pharmacologic Class: Adrenal Glucocorticoid
Uses for Dexycu
Dexamethasone intravitreal implant is used to treat an eye disease called macular edema (swelling of the back of the eye). Macular edema occurs when a blood vessel in the eye is clogged. This causes vision changes that must be treated right away. This medicine is also used to treat diabetic macular edema.
Dexamethasone intravitreal implant is also used to treat an eye disease called uveitis (swelling in the middle part of the eye).
Dexamethasone injection is used to treat inflammation of the eye that may occur after eye surgery.
Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine that is used to relieve the redness, itching, and swelling caused by eye infections and other conditions.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the supervision of your doctor.
Before using Dexycu
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of dexamethasone implant and injection in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies...
