rimexolone

Brand names: Vexol®

Chemical formula:

Drug Forms:
• Rimexolone eye solution (below)
• Rimexolone Ophthalmic drops, suspension

Espa�ol:
• Solución ocular de rimexolona
• Rimexolona Gotas oftálmicas, suspensión

Rimexolone eye solution

What is rimexolone eye solution?

RIMEXOLONE (Vexol™) is a corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling, redness, and inflammation in the eye following eye surgery. Rimexolone also treats inflammation in the eye associated with a condition called uveitis. Generic rimexolone eye solution is not yet available.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
• contact lens wearer
• fungal eye infection
• herpes eye infection
• measles or chickenpox
• tuberculosis
• an unusual or allergic reaction to rimexolone, other corticosteroids, medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Rimexolone eye solution or suspension is only for use in the eye. Do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Wash your hands before and after use. Tilt your head back slightly and pull your lower eyelid down with your index finger to form a pouch. Try not to touch the tip of the dropper to your eye, fingertips, or other surface. Squeeze the prescribed number of drops into the pouch. Close the eye for a few moments to spread the drops. Do not use more often than directed.

What if I miss a dose?

What drug(s) may interact with rimexolone?

No interactions between rimexolone and other medicines have been reported.

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What should I watch for while taking rimexolone?

Check with your prescriber or health care professional if your condition does not improve, or if it gets worse. Tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are exposed to anyone with measles or chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.

If you are a contact lens wearer, ask your prescriber or health care professional when you can use your lenses again.

What side effects may I notice from using rimexolone?

If rimexolone is used for long periods of time, other serious side effects than those listed below may develop. Report any other unusual effects to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as you can.

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
• eye pain, decreased or blurred vision
• headache
• infection
• nausea, vomiting
• watery or red eyes

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
• change in taste
• itching or stinging in the eye
• runny nose
• temporary watering or blurring of vision

Where can I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 4 and 25 degrees C (40 and 77 degrees F); do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

Last updated: 7/1/2002

Important Disclaimer: The drug information provided here is for educational purposes only. It is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the diagnosis, treatment and advice of a medical professional. This drug information does not cover all possible uses, precautions, side effects and interactions. It should not be construed to indicate that this or any drug is safe for you. Consult your medical professional for guidance before using any prescription or over the counter drugs.