Rimexolone eye drops for inflammation

About rimexolone eye drops

Rimexolone eye drops are used to treat short-term inflammatory eye conditions. They are usually prescribed by an eye specialist. They contain a corticosteroid (sometimes called a 'steroid') which helps to relieve inflammation, redness and irritation.

Before using rimexolone eye drops

To make sure this is the right treatment for you, before you start using rimexolone drops it is important that your doctor knows:

• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any eye drops or any other medicines.

• Si cree que puede tener una infección ocular.

• Si usa lentes de contacto blandas.

• Si está embarazada o en periodo de lactancia.

• Si está tomando otros medicamentos. Esto incluye cualquier medicamento que esté tomando y que pueda adquirirse sin receta, así como medicamentos a base de plantas y complementarios.

How to use rimexolone eye drops

1. Lávese bien las manos antes de utilizar las gotas.

2. Agite bien el frasco y retire el tapón.

3. Inclina un poco la cabeza hacia atrás y tira del párpado inferior del ojo hacia abajo para formar una bolsa.

4. Sostenga la botella boca abajo cerca del ojo. Procure no tocarse el ojo mientras lo hace.

5. Presione suavemente la base del frasco para que entre una gota en el ojo. Utilice una segunda gota sólo si la primera no ha entrado en el ojo.

6. Cierre el ojo durante uno o dos minutos y presione suavemente en el lado de la nariz donde el rabillo del ojo se une con la nariz. Esto ayuda a evitar que la gota se escurra y la mantiene en el ojo.

7. Repita el proceso en el otro ojo si le han indicado que utilice las gotas en ambos ojos.

8. Replace the cap on the bottle.
   

Aproveche al máximo su tratamiento

• Before you use the eye drops, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from the pack. It will give you more information about the eye drops and will provide you with a full list of the side-effects which you could experience from using them.

• Use the eye drops exactly as your doctor tells you to. If you have had eye surgery, it is likely you will be asked to use the drops four times a day for two weeks. For other eye conditions, you may be asked to use the drops more often than this, or for longer than this.

• Rimexolone eye drops are only meant to be used for a short period of time - this means a maximum of four weeks. This is because they can cause problems within your eye when used for longer periods of time than recommended.

• Take care not to touch the tip of the dropper with your eye, fingers, or any other surface. This will help to prevent the risk of infection.

• When first put in, eye drops may cause blurred vision. This should quickly clear, but make sure you can see properly before you drive or before you use tools or machines, as otherwise you may put yourself and others at risk.

• If you are using any other eye drops or eye ointments, leave at least five minutes between applying each one. This is to prevent more liquid going into your eye than it can handle. Otherwise the drops will overflow from your eye and may not have the intended effect.

• If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, you should check again with your doctor or eye clinic.

• If you normally wear contact lenses, please wear spectacles until your doctor advises you that it is suitable for you to wear your lenses again. There are two reasons for this - you should not wear lenses while your eyes are inflamed, and bottles of eye drops contain a preservative which can affect some soft contact lenses.

Can rimexolone eye drops cause problems?

Along with their useful effects, eye drops can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains the most common ones associated with rimexolone eye drops. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your drops. Unwanted effects often improve as your body adjusts to a new medicine but speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

Occasionally people can be allergic to eye drops because of the preservative they contain. If you notice a rash around your eyes, or any swelling or itching, stop using the drops and contact a doctor for advice. If you experience any other symptoms, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.

How to store rimexolone eye drops

• Mantenga todos los medicamentos fuera del alcance y de la vista de los niños.

• Almacenar en un lugar fresco y seco, lejos del calor y la luz directos.

• Eye drops only keep for four weeks once the bottle has been opened so throw away the bottle after your course of treatment is finished, even if there is some solution left.

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