dexaneo-ac ear drop - Neomycin (0.35% w/v) + Dexamethasone (0.1% w/v) medicine

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๐Ÿญ NuLife Pharmaceuticals ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jul 1, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jul 01, 2026

What is dexaneo-ac ear drop used for?

Bentodex Eye/Ear Drops (Neomycin + Dexamethasone) is used to treat OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS. It contains Neomycin (0.35% w/v) + Dexamethasone (0.1% w/v), which Neomycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomal subuni. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Neomycin + Dexamethasone
  • Manufacturer: NuLife Pharmaceuticals
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š dexaneo-ac ear drop Uses & Benefits

Treatment of bacterial infections with inflammation in eye (conjunctivitis, blepharitis) and ear (otitis externa)

Off-label uses: None commonly reported

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Neomycin + Dexamethasone
Brand NameBentodex Eye/Ear Drops
ManufacturerNuLife Pharmaceuticals
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassOPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Action ClassAntibiotic + Corticosteroid
Route of AdministrationTopical (ophthalmic/otic drops)
StorageStore at 15-30ยฐC; protect from light; keep tightly closed
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionMinimal systemic absorption after topical ophthalmic/otic administration
DistributionLocal distribution in eye/ear tissues; negligible systemic distribution
Protein BindingNeomycin: low; Dexamethasone: ~77%
MetabolismNeomycin: not metabolized; Dexamethasone: hepatic via CYP3A4
Half-LifeNeomycin: 2-3 hours (systemic); Dexamethasone: 36-54 hours
ExcretionNeomycin: renal; Dexamethasone: renal
BioavailabilityLow due to topical administration
Onset of ActionWithin 24-48 hours
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable (topical)
Duration of ActionSeveral hours to days depending on dosing

How It Works

Neomycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomal subunit; Dexamethasone suppresses inflammation by inhibiting phospholipase A2 and reducing prostaglandin synthesis

Mechanism Steps

1Neomycin binds to 30S ribosomal subunit of bacteria, inhibiting protein synthesis
2Dexamethasone binds to glucocorticoid receptors, inhibiting phospholipase A2
3Reduced arachidonic acid release decreases prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take dexaneo-ac ear drop

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of dexaneo-ac ear drop

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Burning
  • Stinging
  • Blurred vision
  • Ear discomfort

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Superinfection
  • Increased intraocular pressure
  • Cataract formation
  • Ototoxicity (with prolonged otic use)

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction
  • Perforation of eardrum
  • Systemic effects from prolonged use

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Aminoglycosides (systemic) Major Increased risk of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity
Ototoxic drugs Major Additive ototoxicity
Nephrotoxic drugs Major Additive nephrotoxicity
Neuromuscular blocking agents Moderate Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Loop diuretics Moderate Increased ototoxicity risk
Anticholinesterases Minor Possible antagonism of neuromuscular effects

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Aminoglycosides (systemic)
  • Ototoxic drugs
  • Nephrotoxic drugs

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Neuromuscular blocking agents
  • Loop diuretics

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Anticholinesterases

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

None known

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to neomycin, dexamethasone, or any component; viral or fungal infections; untreated bacterial infections; perforated eardrum (for otic use)

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Clinical response; signs of superinfection; intraocular pressure (if prolonged use); hearing (if otic use)

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Caution; limited data, but systemic absorption minimal

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Rinse with water; symptomatic treatment; unlikely to cause systemic toxicity

โฐ Missed Dose

Apply as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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Reviewed: Jul 01, 2026

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