Engatt P Eye Drop
About Engatt P Eye Drop
Engatt P Eye Drop is known to be a corticosteroid that helps to prevent the release of some substances in the body that lead to inflammation and redness of the eye. The drug helps in the treatment of a number of conditions like redness and swelling in the eye.
Before starting the steroid it is important that you are aware of generic information about it. For instance, Engatt P Eye Drop should not be taken if you are allergic to it or any component it has. Engatt P Eye Drop should also not be taken if you have a fungal infection.
Engatt P Eye Drop should be taken as per instructions on the prescription. Do not take a lower or higher dose without consulting your doctor. Initially, the doctor may start the drug with a low dosage and then prescribe higher doses depending on your health and your body’s reaction to the drug. In case you need to stop the drug, do it gradually, suddenly discontinuing Engatt P Eye Drop can lead to problems.
What are the uses of Engatt P Eye Drop
Eye Swelling
What are the contraindications of Engatt P Eye Drop ?
Avoid if you have a known allergy to Engatt P Eye Drop or any other glucocorticoids.
What are the side effects of Engatt P Eye Drop ?
Blurred Vision
Burning Eyes
Eye Irritation
Key highlights of Engatt P Eye Drop
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 8 to 9 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medicine is observed within 5 minutes after an intravenous dose and 1 hour after an oral dose.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine should not be consumed during pregnancy unless necessary. Consulting a doctor is mandatory to discuss the benefits and risks before taking the medicine.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine can be given to the women who are breastfeeding but only after evaluating the benefits and risks with the doctor.
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for your next dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
How does this medication work?
Engatt P Eye Drop is a steroid. It plays out its activity by discouraging the creation of explicit substance couriers that lead to eye redness, swelling and tingling.
What are the interactions of Engatt P Eye Drop ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Medicine
Ethinyl Estradiol
Use with caution as this combination will increase the concentration of Engatt P Eye Drop. Inform the doctor if you are taking either of the medicines. Consider an alternative medicine or dose adjustments after consulting your doctor.Azole antifungal agents
Use of ketoconazole and itraconazole should be avoided as these medicines may increase the concentration of Engatt P Eye Drop in the body which may cause swelling, high blood glucose, weight gain, and growth abnormalities in the children. Dose adjustments or an alternative medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.Antihypertensives
Use with caution as this combination will decrease the concentration of Antihypertensives. This interaction is more likely to occur if Engatt P Eye Drop is taken for more than a week. Inform the doctor if you are taking either of the medicines. Consider an alternative medicine or dose adjustments after consulting your doctor.Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Use with caution as this combination will increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Inform the doctor if you are taking either of the medicines. Consider taking alternative medicine after consulting your doctor.Fluoroquinolone
You may experience pain, swelling, or inflammation in ankle, shoulder, hand, or thumb if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur in elderly population who have undergone a kidney or heart transplantation. Replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.Interaction with Disease
Engatt P Eye Drop is used with caution in the patients with gastrointestinal diseases. The risk of bleeding is more when taken for a long duration of time. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.Diabetes
Engatt P Eye Drop is used with caution in the patients with diabetes as it increases the blood glucose levels. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. A suitable antidiabetic agent should be prescribed based on the clinical condition.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
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