Dextenza Insert Dosage
Generic name: dexamethasone
0.4mg
Dosage form: ophthalmic insert
Drug class: Ophthalmic steroids
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 18, 2025.
General Dosing Information
DEXTENZA is an ophthalmic insert that is inserted in the lower lacrimal punctum into the canaliculus. A single DEXTENZA insert releases a 0.4 mg dose of dexamethasone for up to 30 days following insertion.
DEXTENZA is resorbable and does not require removal. Saline irrigation or manual expression can be performed to remove the insert if necessary. DEXTENZA is intended for single-use only.
Administration
Do not use if pouch has been damaged or opened. Do not re-sterilize.
- Carefully remove foam carrier and transfer to a clean and dry area.
- If necessary, dilate the punctum with an ophthalmic dilator. Care should be taken not to perforate the canaliculus during dilation or insertion of DEXTENZA. If perforation occurs, do not insert DEXTENZA.
- After drying the punctal area, using blunt (non-toothed) forceps, grasp DEXTENZA and insert into the lower lacrimal canaliculus by pulling the lid temporally and inserting nasally.
- Ensure DEXTENZA is placed just below the punctal opening. Excessive squeezing of DEXTENZA with forceps may cause deformation.
- To aid in the hydration of DEXTENZA, 1 to 2 drops of balanced salt solution can be instilled into the punctum. DEXTENZA hydrates quickly upon contact with moisture. If DEXTENZA begins to hydrate before fully inserted, discard the product and use a new DEXTENZA.
- DEXTENZA can be visualized when illuminated by a blue light source (e.g., slit lamp or hand held blue light) with yellow filter.
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