R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicine called steroids. It is used for treatment of redness and swelling in the eyes caused by infection or allergy. It provides relief from redness, itchiness and soreness by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Never use R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Don’t stop using this medicine without asking your doctor.

The most common side effects of R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop are burning sensation, irritation, or blur the vision temporarily. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, don’t drive until your vision is clear.

Uses of R Dec Eye Drop

Redness and swelling in the eye

Benefits of R Dec Eye Drop

In Redness and swelling in the eye

R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes due to an infection or allergy. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.

Side effects of R Dec Eye Drop

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 R Dec

Eye irritation
Watery eyes
Burning sensation

How to use R Dec Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 the extra liquid.

How R Dec Eye Drop works

R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop is a steroid which 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

R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
To reduce the amount of R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Driving

UNSAFE

R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take R Dec Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop to treat redness and swelling (inflammation) of the eye.
Do not use R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Do not stop taking R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glucocorticoids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

Eye Redness from last 17 years Using Mezol-AH eye drop but a temporary relief is been there

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

The drop is okay. Again get u r eye check up to know the cause of redness

My eye r conjuctivites?plz name the eye drop?

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

U need to get ur examination to confirm diagnosis and treatment under supervision

FAQs

What is R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop? What is it used for?

R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. It is used to relieve swelling, itchiness and redness of the eyes that may be caused due to infection.

Is R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop effective?

R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

I feel better now, can I stop using R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop?

No, you should not stop using R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. You may feel better and your symptoms may also improve before completing the full course of treatment. Still, it is advised to continue the medication as stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence, prevent complete healing.

In which conditions is the use of R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop avoided?

Use of R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop?

Keep R Dec 0.5% Eye Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.

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