Vexol Side Effects
Generic Name: rimexolone ophthalmic
Note: This document contains side effect information about rimexolone ophthalmic. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Vexol.
For the Consumer
Applies to rimexolone ophthalmic: ophthalmic suspension
Along with its needed effects, rimexolone ophthalmic (the active ingredient contained in Vexol) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking rimexolone ophthalmic:
Less Common or Rare
- Blurred vision or other change in vision
- eye discharge, discomfort, dryness, or tearing
- eye redness, irritation, or pain
- feeling of something in the eye
- itching
- sore throat
- stuffy or runny nose
- swelling of the lining of the eyelids
Some side effects of rimexolone ophthalmic may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Less Common or Rare
- Browache
- change in taste
- crusting in corner of eye
- dizziness, lightheadedness, or faintness
- headache
- increased sensitivity of eyes to light
- sticky sensation of eyelids
- unusual tiredness or weakness
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to rimexolone ophthalmic: ophthalmic suspension
General
The most commonly reported side effects were blurred vision, ocular discharge, discomfort, ocular pain, increased intraocular pressure, foreign body sensation, hyperemia, and pruritus.[Ref]
Ocular
Common (1% to 10%): Blurred vision, ocular discharge, discomfort, ocular pain, increased intraocular pressure, foreign body sensation, hyperemia, pruritus
Frequency not reported: Sticky sensation, increased fibrin, dry eye, conjunctival edema, corneal staining, keratitis, tearing, photophobia, edema, irritation, corneal ulcer, browache, lid margin crusting, corneal edema, infiltrate, corneal erosion, optic nerve damage, visual acuity and field defects, posterior subcapsular cataract formation, secondary ocular infection from pathogens including herpes simplex, perforation of the globe where there is thinning of the cornea or sclera[Ref]
Nervous system
Frequency not reported: Headache, taste perversion[Ref]
Respiratory
Frequency not reported: Rhinitis, pharyngitis[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Frequency not reported: Hypotension[Ref]
References
1. "Product Information. Vexol (rimexolone ophthalmic)." Alcon Laboratories Inc, Fort Worth, TX.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
