Amgydex

Amgydex Kobec (Tobramycin-Dexamethasone) is a sterile ophthalmic suspension. It is an aminoglycoside antibiotic eye drops for external use only.

Package contains: Each package contains a 5ml dropper eye drops bottle. It is also available as an ophthalmic ointment.

Composition:

Each ml contains:

Tobramycin U.S.P.3.00 mg

Dexamethasone U.S.P.1.00 mg

With: Benzalkonium chloride 0.01%, Sodium chloride, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Edetate disodium, and purified water.

Dosage: As directed by the ophthalmologist.

Administration: ophthalmic suspension: 1 to 2 drops into the conjunctival sac(s) every 4 to 6 hours. During the initial 24 to 48 hours, the dosage may be increased to 1 or 2 drops every 2 hours.

Indications: Amgydex ophthalmic suspension/Ointment is indicated in bacterial ocular infections, inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea, and anterior segment of the globe where the inherent risk of steroid use in certain infective conjunctivitis is accepted to obtain a diminution in edema and inflammation.

They are also indicated in chronic anterior uveitis and corneal injury from chemical, radiation, or thermal burns or penetration of foreign bodies, Specially indicated in post-operative conditions of the eye i:e cataracts, IOL impact surgery, and other surgical procedures.

Contraindications: Epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis), vaccinia, varicella, and other viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva. Mycobacterial infection of the eye. Fungal diseases of ocular structures. Hypersensitivity to any component of the product.

Adverse Reactions: The most frequent adverse reactions to topical ocular Tobramycin are localized ocular toxicity and hypersensitivity, including lid itching, swelling, and conjunctival erythema.

Steroids may mask, activate or enhance infection. If infections do not respond promptly, discontinue use until the infection has been adequately controlled by other measures.
Prolonged use of topical steroids may result in the overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms including fungi.
Extended use of steroids may cause an increase in IOP in certain cases including most of those with a family history of glaucoma. This may lead to optic nerve damage.
Topical steroids when used in diseases causing thinning of cornea or sclera, may lead to perforation of the globe.

Pregnancy: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. It should be used during pregnancy only if the expected benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Nursing Mothers: It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, a decision should be considered to discontinue nursing temporarily when using this product.

Cautions: Protect from sunlight. Keep away from children’s reach. Do not freeze. Store between 8°C-27°C. Shake well before use. To be sold on the prescription of a registered medical practitioner only.

Manufacturer & Buy Online:

Manufactured by: Remington industries (Pvt) Ltd. https://www.remingtonindustries

Marketed by: Kobec Pharmacals.

You can buy Amgydex online at this link: https://www.emeds.pk