| click here for details Vexol (U.S.N.L.M.) | |
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| Dosing (Anterior Uveitis) | 1 or 2 drops qhr 1st week, then q2hr for 2nd week, taper when resolved. |
| Chem Specs | rimexolone 1.0% |
| Quantities | 5ml, 10ml |
| Cost | 96.00/10ml |
| Class | Nonfluorinated corticosteroid suspension |
| Action | Anti-inflammatory |
| Usage | Indicated for postoperative inflammation and in the treatment of anterior uveitis. |
| Anti-inflammatory efficacy nearly equal to Pred Forte but better IOP safety. | |
| Contraindications | Most viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva including epithelial herpes simplex keratitis, vaccinia, and varicella, mycobacterial and fungal disease. Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of this preparation and to other corticosteroids. |
| Pediatric use | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. |
| Pregnancy | Category C |
| Discontinued 2008. Fungal and bacterial overgrowth, cataract formation, globe perforation possible with long term use. |