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Can I use DexaProtect for longer than the package leaflet says so, if my doctor so recommends?
My mother underwent cataract surgery 2 weeks ago. After the surgery, she was prescribed DexaProtect as one of the anti-inflammatory drugs. After 2 weeks, she had a follow-up appointment and the ophthalmologist again prescribed DexaProtect for another 2 weeks, while the leaflet specified 14 days as the maximum period of use. What to do in this situation?
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Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
3 months ago
In this situation, it is important for the mother to consult the ophthalmologist who prescribed the drug to explain the reasons for prolonging the therapy.
DexaProtect, which is a corticosteroid, should be used in accordance with the recommendations in the leaflet, which indicate a maximum duration of use of 14 days, to avoid potential side effects, such as increased eye pressure.
The doctor has the right to use the drug on the basis of his or her best knowledge and experience, and not on the basis of the manufacturer's indications. It is also a common practice. If your doctor considers it necessary to extend your treatment, he or she should provide detailed information on monitoring your health and possible protective measures.
If you need more personalized advice, you can use teleconsultations here:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/
The availability of DexaProtect in pharmacies in Polish can be checked at the following address:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/103364/dexaprotect-krople-do-oczu/apteki
We wrote more about it here:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/leczenie-off-label-poza-wskazaniami