Ozurdex and Macular oedema - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Macular oedema is reported as a side effect among people who take Ozurdex (dexamethasone), especially for people who are female, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month also take Humira, and have Uveitis.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Macular oedema when taking Ozurdex. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 2,488 people who have side effects when taking Ozurdex from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Ozurdex?

Ozurdex has active ingredients of dexamethasone. eHealthMe is studying from 2,497 Ozurdex users. Check the latest studies of Ozurdex.

What is Macular oedema?

Macular oedema (fluid and protein deposits collect on or under the macula of the eye (a yellow central area of the retina) and causes it to thicken) is found to be associated with 438 drugs and 860 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Macular oedema.

On Jul, 18, 2026

2,488 people reported to have side effects when taking Ozurdex.
Among them, 74 people (2.97%) have Macular oedema.

Among these 74 people:

How long have people been on Ozurdex when they have Macular oedema? *

What is the gender of people who have Macular oedema when taking Ozurdex? *

female: 54.39 %
male: 45.61 %

What is the age of people who have Macular oedema when taking Ozurdex? *

What are other drugs people take besides Ozurdex? *

What are other side effects people have besides Macular oedema? *

Drug Ineffective: 29 people, 39.19%
Uveitis (inflammation of the uvea): 15 people, 20.27%
Visual Acuity Reduced (reduced clearness of vision): 11 people, 14.86%
Intraocular Pressure Increased: 10 people, 13.51%
Visual Impairment: 9 people, 12.16%
Device Dislocation: 8 people, 10.81%
Cataract (clouding of the lens inside the eye): 7 people, 9.46%
Ocular Hypertension (intraocular pressure higher than normal): 5 people, 6.76%
Tongue Neoplasm Malignant Stage Unspecified: 5 people, 6.76%
Corneal Oedema (corneal swelling): 4 people, 5.41%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Uveitis (inflammation of the uvea): 15 people, 20.27%
Retinal Vessel Occlusion (a blockage in one of the small arteries): 10 people, 13.51%
Sympathetic Ophthalmia (inflammatory condition affecting both eyes that occurs after a penetrating injury): 7 people, 9.46%
Diabetic Retinal Oedema (excessive build-up of fluid in the retina due to diabetes): 7 people, 9.46%
Cystoid Macular Oedema (fluid accumulation after cataract surgery): 6 people, 8.11%
Diabetes: 4 people, 5.41%
High Blood Cholesterol: 4 people, 5.41%
Tuberculosis (a bacterial infection by mycobacterium tuberculosis): 3 people, 4.05%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (a chronic progressive disease causing inflammation in the joints): 3 people, 4.05%
Adverse Event: 2 people, 2.70%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Related publications that referenced our studies

Bartlett R, Hartle AJ, "Routine use of dexamethasone for postoperative nausea and vomiting: the case against", Anaesthesia, 2013 Sep .
Bartlett R, Hartle AJ, "Routine use of dexamethasone for postoperative nausea and vomiting: the case against", Anaesthesia, 2013 Sep .

How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on dexamethasone (the active ingredients of Ozurdex) and Ozurdex (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

WARNING, DISCLAIMER, USE FOR PUBLICATION

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