About rimexolone
Ophthalmic corticosteroid
Used for
- Treats inflammation after eye surgery
- Treats steroid-responsive inflammation of the front of the eye
Usual adult dose
Usually 1–2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 1–2 hours while awake initially; reduce frequency as inflammation improves.
Common side effects
- Temporary blurred vision or eye irritation
- Increased eye pressure
- Eye infection or delayed healing
- Cataract with prolonged use
Important warnings
- Use only in the eye; avoid touching the dropper tip.
- Prolonged use can raise eye pressure and damage the optic nerve.
- Can worsen or mask viral, fungal, or bacterial eye infections.
- Eye pain or vision changes require prompt assessment.
Pregnancy
Human safety data are limited; use during pregnancy only when clearly needed.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether eye drops pass into breast milk; systemic exposure is expected to be low.
Interactions
- Other eye drops may need to be spaced apart.
- Tell a clinician about other corticosteroids or medicines that affect eye pressure.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.