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Govarom drug has the main ingredients Tobramycin and Dexamethasone, mainly used for the topical treatment of inflammatory or bacterial eye conditions, conjunctivitis blepharitis, conjunctivitis of the eyeball, keratitis and keratitis anterior portion of the eyeball.
1. What is Govarom?
Govarom is prepared and packaged in the form of an eye drop suspension with two main ingredients, Tobramycin and Dexamethasone, with concentrations of 15mg and 5mg, respectively. The use of the two active ingredients above plays a very important role:Tobramycin: An antibiotic with bactericidal effect by inhibiting protein synthesis in susceptible bacteria. From there, it reduces the activity and proliferation of bacteria in the body. Tobramycin can affect many gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus,... Dexamethasone: Its main effect is to help anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and immunosuppressive to reduce swelling, inflammation and edema caused by inflammatory agents. Thanks to the combination of the above two active ingredients, Govarom is often indicated for use in the following cases:
Local treatment of inflammatory eye conditions that respond to steroids or have indications for corticosteroid use and when have a superficial bacterial infection of the eye or are at risk of an eye infection; Inflammation of the blepharitis and ocular conjunctiva, keratitis, and anterior segment of the eye in which the patient accepts the inherent risks of steroid therapy to reduce edema and inflammation; Chronic anterior uveitis and corneal damage caused by chemicals, radiation or thermal burns, foreign bodies. However, the use of Govarom is not recommended for the following subjects:
Keratitis caused by Herpes simplex virus, Vaccinia, Varicella or other viruses; Fungal infections of the eye; After surgical removal of corneal foreign body uncomplicated.
2. Instructions on how to take Govarom
How to use: Use drops directly into the eyes according to the indicated dose.
Reference dosage:
Eye drops 1-2 drops every 4-6 hours; In the first 24 - 48 hours the dose can be increased up to a maximum of 1-2 drops every 2 hours.
3. Side effects of the drug Govarom
At therapeutic doses, Govarom is well tolerated. However, the process of using Govarom, patients may still experience side effects such as:
Swollen or itchy eyelids, conjunctival congestion; Increased intraocular pressure, glaucoma, optic nerve damage, posterior subcapsular cataract or delayed wound healing; Secondary eye infections; Infections should be considered during long-term steroid use. Note: Patients should immediately inform their doctor or pharmacist about the unwanted effects encountered when using Govarom for detailed advice on how to handle.
4. Notes when using Govarom
Using Govarom for a long time can cause fungal infection of the cornea, so patients need to consider carefully before starting treatment; Pregnant and lactating women need to be careful when using the drug to avoid affecting the baby; Children under 16 years old.
5. Interactions of the drug Govarom
Currently there is not any information on the phenomenon of drug interactions with Govarom . However, great care still needs to be taken to avoid drug-drug interactions. Inform your doctor or pharmacist about the medicine you are using for appropriate indications.
Above is all information about Govarom drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Note, Govarom is a prescription drug, patients absolutely must not buy drugs and treat them at home because they may experience unwanted side effects.
