Dexasporin
Dexasporin is a prescription combination ophthalmic medication containing a corticosteroid (dexamethasone) to reduce swelling and inflammation, and two antibiotics (neomycin and polymyxin B) to prevent or treat bacterial infections of the eye.
Dosage by Body Weight
Ophthalmic suspension: Instill 1 to 2 drops into the conjunctival sac(s) 4 to 6 times daily. Ophthalmic ointment: Apply a small amount (about a 1/2-inch ribbon) into the conjunctival sac(s) 3 to 4 times daily. Dosage is determined by an ophthalmologist or healthcare provider and is not based on body weight.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. Use only under strict specialist supervision.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not based on weight
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Topical ophthalmic medication. Dosing is standardized per eye, not by body weight.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not based on weight
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Topical ophthalmic medication. Dosing is standardized per eye, not by body weight.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not based on weight
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Topical ophthalmic medication. Dosing is standardized per eye, not by body weight.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not based on weight
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Topical ophthalmic medication. Dosing is standardized per eye, not by body weight.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. Use only under strict specialist supervision. |
| 5-7 kg | Not based on weight | N/A | Topical ophthalmic medication. Dosing is standardized per eye, not by body weight. |
| 8-10 kg | Not based on weight | N/A | Topical ophthalmic medication. Dosing is standardized per eye, not by body weight. |
| 11-15 kg | Not based on weight | N/A | Topical ophthalmic medication. Dosing is standardized per eye, not by body weight. |
| 16-20 kg | Not based on weight | N/A | Topical ophthalmic medication. Dosing is standardized per eye, not by body weight. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions where bacterial infection or a risk of bacterial ocular infection exists.
Generic Name
Neomycin sulfate, polymyxin B sulfate, and dexamethasoneScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.