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AK-Neo-Dex Side Effects

Generic name: dexamethasone / neomycin ophthalmic

Note: This document contains side effect information about dexamethasone / neomycin ophthalmic. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name AK-Neo-Dex.

Applies to dexamethasone/neomycin ophthalmic: ophthalmic ointment, ophthalmic solution.

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included elevation of intraocular pressure with possible development of glaucoma, delayed wound healing, and posterior subcapsular cataract formation. Optic nerve damage has been reported infrequently.

Corticosteroid containing preparations have also been reported to cause acute anterior uveitis, perforation of the globe, keratitis, conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, mydriasis, conjunctival hyperemia, loss of accommodation, and ptosis.[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity reactions due to allergic sensitization to the neomycin component have been reported.[Ref]

Other

Dexamethasone-neomycin ophthalmic can facilitate the development of a secondary bacterial or fungal infection.[Ref]

References

1. "Product Information. NeoDecadron (dexamethasone-neomycin ophthalmic)." Merck & Co, Inc, West Point, PA.

Further information

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Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.