| Name | Rimexolone |
| Classes |
Dermatological/Topical Agent Ophthalmic Preparation Steroid |
| Diseases |
Irritation Itching Ophthalmic Disease Redness Swelling Warmth |
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EnglishRimexolone
Rimexolone is a corticosteroid that belongs to the class of glucocorticoids. It works by reducing inflammation, swelling, and redness in the eye by inhibiting the release of inflammatory mediators.
Rimexolone ophthalmic suspension is indicated for the treatment of inflammation and pain associated with ocular surgery, non-infectious anterior uveitis, and allergic conjunctivitis.
The recommended dosage for Rimexolone ophthalmic suspension in adults and children is one drop in the affected eye(s) four times daily. The dosage may be tapered gradually depending on the response of the patient.
The most common adverse reactions associated with the use of Rimexolone ophthalmic suspension include:
- Blurred vision
- Burning or stinging sensation
- Eye redness
- Headache
- Itching of the eye
- Rimexolone ophthalmic suspension should be used with caution in patients with a history of herpetic keratitis, as corticosteroids may worsen the condition.
- Prolonged use of Rimexolone ophthalmic suspension may increase the risk of glaucoma and cataracts, and patients should be monitored regularly.
- Rimexolone ophthalmic suspension may mask the symptoms of an ongoing infection, and patients should be monitored closely for signs of infection.
- Contact lenses should not be worn during treatment with Rimexolone ophthalmic suspension.
Contraindication
Rimexolone is contraindicated in those persons with hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation.
None known.
Rrimexolone ophthalmic suspension is contraindicated in-
- epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis), vaccinia, varicella, and most other viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva
- mycobacterial infection of the eye
- fungal diseases of the eye
- acute purulent untreated infections which, like other diseases caused by microorganisms, may be masked or enhanced by the presence of the steroid
