Ocular allergy/inflammation:

Indications for: MAXIDEX

Ocular inflammation.

Adults and Children:

Instill 1–2 drops in the affected eye(s). Severe: may administer hourly, then taper as condition improves. Mild: may administer up to 4–6 times daily.

MAXIDEX Contraindications:

Acute, untreated bacterial, fungal, mycobacterial, epithelial herpes simplex, or viral (except herpes zoster) infections of the eye.

MAXIDEX Warnings/Precautions:

Corneal or scleral thinning. Glaucoma. Monitor for secondary infections and intraocular pressure if used for ≥10 days. Reevaluate if no improvement after 2 days. Avoid abrupt cessation. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.

MAXIDEX Classification:

Steroid.

Adverse Reactions:

Local irritation, ocular discomfort, increased intraocular pressure, cataracts, corneal perforations, optic nerve damage, visual acuity and field defects; may mask or exacerbate infections.

Metabolism:

Hepatic.

Drug Elimination:

Renal.

Generic Drug Availability:

YES

How Supplied:

Susp—5mL