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What is Pandex? Pandex drug belongs to the group of drugs used to treat diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat. Pandex's main ingredients are Tobramycin (as Tobramycin sulfate) 15mg, Dexamethasone Phosphate (as Dexamethasone Sodium phosphate) 5mg. The following is information about the uses, dosage and precautions when using Pandex eye drops.
1. Uses of Pandex
Pandex eye drops are indicated for use in the following cases:
Local treatment for people with problems with eye inflammation that respond to steroids and are prescribed by a doctor to use corticosteroids, when there is a superficial bacterial infection in the eye. or risk of eye infection; Inflammation of the blepharitis and ocular conjunctiva, keratitis, and anterior segment of the eye with steroids, when the patient accepts the inherent risks of steroid use to reduce edema and inflammation; Patients with chronic anterior uveitis and corneal damage caused by chemicals, radiation, or thermal burns or foreign bodies; Patients are at high risk for common ocular infections caused by susceptible strains of bacteria or when there is a possibility that certain dangerous organisms sensitive to Tobramycin may be present in the eyes. Pandex eye drops are not allowed in the following cases:
Herpes simplex keratitis such as twig keratitis, cowpox, chickenpox and many other viral diseases of the conjunctiva and cornea cause; Mycobacterium infections of the eye; Fungal diseases of parts of the eye; Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug; Absolutely do not use this combination drug after uncomplicated corneal foreign body surgery.
2. Dosage and how to use Pandex
Pandex eye drops for eye drops. Dosage instructions are for both adults and children.
Instill 1-2 drops in each eye, drop 1-2 drops in each eye and every 4-6 hours; During the first 24 - 48 hours, if necessary, the dose can be increased to 1 or 2 drops every 2 hours. The number of instillations should then be gradually reduced as clinical signs improve. Patients should be careful not to discontinue treatment too early. Note: The above dosage is for reference only. The specific dose will depend on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose, the patient should consult a doctor or medical professional.
If an overdose occurs, the symptoms are similar to those of drug side effects. Patients need to reduce the dose or stop the drug if necessary.
3. Side effects
Common side effects in the eyes are: Itching, eyelid edema and conjunctival redness; Less common ocular side effects: Glaucoma (I0P) likely to progress to Glaucoma, optic nerve damage infrequently, slow wound healing; Side effects related to secondary bacterial infections, fungal infections of the cornea (usually occurs with long-term steroid use). In the process of using the drug, if the patient experiences any side effects of the drug, it is necessary to stop using it and notify the doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
4. Be careful when taking medicine
After using the drug for treatment, patients should pay attention to the possibility of corneal fungal infection after prolonged use of steroids. Using Pandex as with other antibiotic preparations, prolonged use can lead to overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms including fungi. Where superinfection develops, the patient should initiate appropriate treatment. The effect of the drug on the ability to drive and use machines has not been reported. It should be used during pregnancy only after carefully weighing the potential benefits and risks of use. Tobramycin is excreted in human milk in small amounts. Dexamethasone passes into breast milk and poses a risk to the nursing infant. Therefore, a decision should be made between discontinuing the drug or stopping breastfeeding.
5. Drug interactions
If topical Tobramycin ophthalmic and other systemic antibiotics of the aminoglycoside group must be used concurrently, the potential for increased ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity will be higher. Therefore, careful monitoring of serum drug concentrations is recommended.
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