Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet DUCRESSA 1mg / 5mg / ml ophthalmic drops solution
- Product code:
- W67119001
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- bacterial infections
- Route of administration:
- ophthalmic
- Substance:
- dexamethasone + levofloxacin (glucocorticoid + fluoroquinolone antibiotic)
- ATC
- S01CA01 — Sensory organs | Antiinflammatory agents and antiinfectives in combination | Corticosteroids and antiinfectives in combination
Precautions:
Anaphylaxis
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Glaucoma warning
Use caution if you have glaucoma or increased eye pressure.
Colitis / severe diarrhea
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids
Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.
Photosensitivity
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV radiation.
Hyperglycemia
This medicine may increase blood sugar.
Immunosuppression / infection risk
This medicine may increase the risk of infections.
Major drug interactions
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Neuropathy / neurotoxicity
This medicine may affect the nerves or nervous system.
Breastfeeding warning
Use during breastfeeding only on medical advice.
Pregnancy warning
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
Cardiac risk / QT prolongation / arrhythmias
This medicine may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.
Seizure risk
This medicine may increase the risk of seizures.
Withdrawal / do not stop abruptly
Do not stop treatment abruptly without medical advice.
Tendonitis / tendon rupture
Stop treatment and seek medical advice if tendon pain occurs.
Dexamethasone + levofloxacin is a combination medication primarily used for the treatment of eye infections involving inflammation and bacterial infection. This combination is commonly available as eye drops and combines a corticosteroid with an antibiotic:
- Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation, swelling, redness, and discomfort associated with eye infections.
- Levofloxacin is an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone class that works by killing the bacteria responsible for the infection.
This combination is indicated for the treatment of bacterial eye infections, such as bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, or other inflammatory eye conditions associated with bacterial infections.
Side effects may include a burning or stinging sensation in the eye, temporary blurred vision, dry eyes, or, in rare cases, allergic reactions. Prolonged use of corticosteroids may increase the risk of secondary infections, glaucoma, or cataracts. It is important to use the medication as prescribed by a doctor and not discontinue it without medical advice.
- Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation, swelling, redness, and discomfort associated with eye infections.
- Levofloxacin is an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone class that works by killing the bacteria responsible for the infection.
This combination is indicated for the treatment of bacterial eye infections, such as bacterial conjunctivitis, keratitis, or other inflammatory eye conditions associated with bacterial infections.
Side effects may include a burning or stinging sensation in the eye, temporary blurred vision, dry eyes, or, in rare cases, allergic reactions. Prolonged use of corticosteroids may increase the risk of secondary infections, glaucoma, or cataracts. It is important to use the medication as prescribed by a doctor and not discontinue it without medical advice.
General data about DUCRESSA 1mg / 5mg / ml
- Substance:
- dexamethasone + levofloxacin
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-06-2026
- Product code:
- W67119001
- Concentration:
- 1mg / 5mg / ml
- Pharmaceutical form:
- ophthalmic drops solution
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Original
- Price:
- 41.23 RON
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.