Comparing Diclofenac Ophthalmic vs Maxitrol
Diclofenac ophthalmic |
Maxitroldexamethasone / neomycin / polymyxin b |
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Prescribed for Conjunctivitis, Corneal Ulcer, Inhibition of Intraoperative Miosis, Postoperative Ocular Inflammation, Keratoconjunctivitis. diclofenac ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not... more |
Prescribed for Conjunctivitis - Bacterial, Blepharitis, Keratitis, Uveitis, Keratoconjunctivitis. Maxitrol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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7.5
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5.5
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Drug Class |
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Side Effects |
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Commonly reported side effects include: increased intraocular pressure, and keratitis. See the full diclofenac ophthalmic side effects document. |
See the full Maxitrol side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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Generic Availability |
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Yes (this medicine) |
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Dosage Form(s) Available |
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Brand Names |
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| Voltaren Ophthalmic | Other dexamethasone / neomycin / polymyxin b brands include: AK-Trol, Dexacidin, Dexacine, Dexasporin, Methadex, Neo-Poly-Dex, NPD Ophthalmic Ointment,... more | ||||||||||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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N/A |
N/A |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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FDA Alerts |
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N/A |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 121 drugs are known to interact with diclofenac ophthalmic:
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A total of 9 drugs are known to interact with Maxitrol:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions |
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No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist. |
No results found - however, this does not necessarily mean no warnings exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist. |
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Disease Interactions |
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First Approval Date |
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July 19, 1963 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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N/A |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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Professional Resources |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
For Postoperative Ocular Inflammation I really don't know the effectiveness but I do know this medicine causes me severe burning sometimes lasting for hours at a reduced level. Although the doctor said this does happen and isn't something to be concerned about I have my doubts. I have been using it for 2 weeks 3 times per day and have a week to go.