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Allergic conjunctivitis
For allergic conjunctivitis in 1 eye only, which one is better eye drop?
Moxitak LP eye drop (Moxifloxacin Loteprednol Etabonate) or Ocupol DX eye drop (Polymyxin B Sulphate, Chloramphenicol & Dexamethasone) ?
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Do Not use ocupol DX as it contain More potent steroid dexamethasone which has long term side effects in eye like glaucoma And cataract. Moxital lp on the other hand contain less potent steroid loeprednol which can be use in tapering doses for a shorter period after doctor advise
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It is better to consult ophthalmologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment.
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Dr. Ravi Chandna
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Bhopal
Are you using these eyedrops without consultation?
Kindly Avoid using without supervision of Ophthalmology. Amongst the 2 options you've provided Moxitak LP is safer.
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Dr. Saba Kausar
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please consult ophthalmologist online or offline prior to starting steroid eye drop
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Dr. Rutvi Parikh
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
11 yrs exp
Vadodara
Both contain steroids
You should not use without prescription of the doctor consultation
Next Steps
Avoid rubbing
Maintain hygiene
Blink more
Drink water adequately
Cold compression
Cold water lavage
Follow rule of 20-
Means after 20 min of work ,take rest for 20 sec and look at 20feet distance
Reduce brightness of the screen
Away from AC Airflow
Use lubricant drop- refresh liquigel
Wear glasses outside
Take nuts for essential fatty acids (Omega 3)
Avoid second hand smoke
May need physical consultation for thorough slit lamp examination
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