Dokay Eye/Ear Drop
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Product introduction
Dokay Eye/Ear Drop is a combination of three medicines. It is used in treating bacterial infections of the eyes. It kills the bacteria that cause infection. It also relieves pain, itching, discomfort, and irritation.
Dokay Eye/Ear Drop is strictly advised to be used only in the eyes. Use it in the prescribed dose and duration. Apply it only to the affected eyes. You must wash your hand before administering the medicine. Do not use it more than the recommended dose. The medicine should not be stopped suddenly without a doctor's consultation.
It is generally safe, but it may sometimes cause discomfort, irritation, and burning sensation in the eyes. These effects are mild and go away in some time. However, if these effects persist, you should consult the doctor immediately.
Dokay Eye/Ear Drop is strictly advised to be used only in the eyes. Use it in the prescribed dose and duration. Apply it only to the affected eyes. You must wash your hand before administering the medicine. Do not use it more than the recommended dose. The medicine should not be stopped suddenly without a doctor's consultation.
It is generally safe, but it may sometimes cause discomfort, irritation, and burning sensation in the eyes. These effects are mild and go away in some time. However, if these effects persist, you should consult the doctor immediately.
Uses of Dokay Ophthalmic Solution
- Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of Dokay Ophthalmic Solution
In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections
Dokay Eye/Ear Drop is used to treat bacterial infection of the eyes such as conjunctivitis or pink eye. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation in the eyes. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Dokay Eye/Ear Drop. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Dokay Ophthalmic Solution
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dokay
- Eye discomfort
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation in eye
How to use Dokay Ophthalmic Solution
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Dokay Ophthalmic Solution works
Dokay Eye/Ear Drop is a combination of two antibiotics (Chloramphenicol, Polymyxin B) and a steroid (Dexamethasone). The antibiotics work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth. Together, they treat your eye infection effectively. The steroid blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dokay Eye/Ear Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dokay Eye/Ear Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Dokay Eye/Ear Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Dokay Ophthalmic Solution?
If you miss a dose of Dokay Eye/Ear Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Dokay Eye/Ear Drop for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Do not use Dokay Eye/Ear Drop for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Throw away any medicine left at the end of the 5 day course.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Can I stop using Dokay Eye/Ear Drop when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop using Dokay Eye/Ear Drop and complete the full course of treatment. Your symptoms may improve and you may start to feel better before the infection is completely cured. But continue taking your medicine for the duration advised by your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Dokay Eye/Ear Drop?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. How to use Dokay Eye/Ear Drop?
Wash your hands before using Dokay Eye/Ear Drop to avoid contamination, and do not touch the tip of the dropper. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using this medicine. For using this medicine, tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch and then put Dokay Eye/Ear Drop (drop or ointment).
Q. What can I do if I accidentally apply excess of Dokay Eye/Ear Drop?
If you apply excess of Dokay Eye/Ear Drop accidentally, wash your eye with plenty of water. Contact your doctor immediately if eye irritation occurs even after washing off this medicine.
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- Drugs.com. chloramphenicol/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Dexamethasone. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: S & S Healthcare
Address: B.O. C-40, Nirlon Family, CHS, Opp. Malad Fire Brigade New Link Road Malad West -400064
Country of origin: India
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