MAXIDEX DEXAMETHASONE WARNING
I had eye surgery and in the post-op pack was MAXIDEX(dexamethasone) drops by ALCON LABS. Two days later I was BLIND Use Google and enter EPOCRATES MA - 47% more...
Dexamethasone ophthalmic is in a class of drugs called corticosteroids. It inhibits processes in the body that cause inflammation. Therefore, the swelling and pain of inflammatory conditions is decreased.
Dexamethasone ophthalmic is used to treat eye inflammation caused by infections, injury, surgery, or other conditions.
Dexamethasone ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Do not stop using this medication suddenly if you have been using it for several weeks or more. Before stopping, you may need to reduce the dose over several days to prevent side effects.
Contact your doctor if your symptoms begin to get worse or if you do not see any improvement in your condition after a few days.
Source: http://www.drugs.com/mtm/maxidex.html
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Maxidex welts, lumps, drugs, eye cataract surgery, small red bumps
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Maxidex maxzide, crazy thoughts, red skin, neck pain, insomnia
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Maxidex stomach pains, maxzide, high blood pressure, bit by bit, kidneys
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Maxidex dizziness and fatigue, generic version, shortness of breath, numbness, dizziness
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contraindications
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Triamterine Side Effect
After one week on the drug. My toes are cold numb and sore? Is it a side effect? Should I stop taking it? My doctor is out is why I ask. Tim Ross -
Tiamterine Side Effect
After one week on the drug. My toes are cold numb and sore? Is it a side effect? Should I stop taking it? My doctor is out is why I ask. Tim -
Maxidex norvasc, edema, medications, conjunction
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