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Stedex Eye Drop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Stedex Eye Drop have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Stedex Eye Drop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Stedex Eye Drop include Eye Burning, Eye irritation. Such side effects of Stedex Eye Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Stedex Eye Drop's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Stedex Eye Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Stedex Eye Drop related warnings section.
Stedex Eye Drop is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Stedex Eye Drop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Stedex Eye Drop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Stedex Eye Drop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Stedex Eye Drop is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Stedex Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Stedex in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Stedex Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Stedex in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Stedex is unavailable.
What is the effect of Stedex Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Stedex for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Stedex Eye Drop on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Stedex on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Stedex Eye Drop on the Heart?
Information about safety of Stedex for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Stedex Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stedex Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Stedex Eye Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Stedex Eye Drop as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Stedex Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Stedex Eye Drop for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Stedex Eye Drop
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Stedex Eye Drop and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stedex Eye Drop
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Stedex Eye Drop and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Stedex is bacteriostatic at the therapeutic dose that means it inhibits the growth of the bacteria but it can be bactericidal at higher doses. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which it needs to survive. In the absence of protein synthesis, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed.
Yes, Stedex might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Stedex induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Stedex is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
Stedex contains chloramphenicol which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which needs to survive. In the absence of protein, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed. It can also kill the bacteria in higher doses. Stedex is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Salmonella species, Rickettsia species, Neisseria meningitidis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, and Staphylococcus pneumoniae.
No, Stedex is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
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