In this Article

• What is dexamethasone intravitreal implant (Ozurdex)?
• What are the possible side effects of dexamethasone intravitreal implant (Ozurdex)?
• What is the most important information I should know about dexamethasone intravitreal implant (Ozurdex)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before receiving dexamethasone intravitreal implant (Ozurdex)?
• How is dexamethasone intravitreal implant given (Ozurdex)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Ozurdex)?
• What happens if I overdose (Ozurdex)?
• What should I avoid after receiving dexamethasone intravitreal implant (Ozurdex)?
• What other drugs will affect dexamethasone intravitreal implant (Ozurdex)?
• Where can I get more information?

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before receiving dexamethasone intravitreal implant (Ozurdex)?

You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to dexamethasone (AK-Dex, Ocu-Dex, Cortastat, Dexasone, Solurex, Baycadron, DexPak, Zema Pak), or if you have:

• an eye infection; or
• untreated glaucoma.

To make sure you can safely receive dexamethasone intravitreal implant, tell your doctor if you have ever had herpes infection of the eyes.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether dexamethasone intravitreal implant will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.

It is not known whether dexamethasone intravitreal implant passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How is dexamethasone intravitreal implant given (Ozurdex)?

Dexamethasone intravitreal implant will be injected into your eye by healthcare professional in a clinic setting.

After the implant is put in place, you will be watched closely for any swelling or inflammation in your eyeball.