About Spersadexoline Eye Drops
Corticosteroid, antibiotic, and decongestant combination
Used for
- Eye inflammation with bacterial infection or risk of bacterial infection
Usual adult dose
Usually one drop into the affected eye three to five times daily; frequency depends on severity and prescribing instructions.
Usual dose in children
Use in children requires specialist-directed dosing.
Common side effects
- Temporary stinging, burning, or blurred vision
- Increased eye pressure
- Allergic eye irritation
- Rare serious blood disorders
Important warnings
- Not for viral or fungal eye infections
- Prolonged use can cause glaucoma, cataracts, or secondary infections
- May delay healing and worsen corneal thinning
- Avoid with previous chloramphenicol-related blood disorders
Pregnancy
Generally avoided during pregnancy; use requires a clinician’s assessment of benefits and risks.
Breastfeeding
Generally not recommended during breastfeeding because chloramphenicol may pose risks to the infant.
Interactions
- Other medicines that suppress bone marrow increase blood-disorder risk
- MAO inhibitor antidepressants may increase tetrahydrozoline’s cardiovascular effects
- Other steroid eye drops may increase eye-pressure risk
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.