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How should Maxidex (dexamethasone) eye drops be stored?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Store Maxidex (dexamethasone) eye drops at or below 25°C in the original package, keep the container tightly closed, do not refrigerate or freeze, and discard 1 month after first opening.

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MaxidexNovartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §6.4 Special precautions for storage · Version 18Document updated 15 July 2026

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