Eye drops for dogs Decta 2

When treating various inflammatory eye diseases, veterinarians often prescribe Decta 2 eye drops, developed specifically for dogs and cats. If you plan to use this medication or are looking for an effective solution to your pet's problem, we recommend reading the instructions, finding out the price of Decta 2 at various veterinary pharmacies, and finding out reviews from breeders about the medication's effectiveness.

Compound

Veterinary eye drops Dekta 2 (for dogs and cats) is a popular and inexpensive drug that has three types of effects:

• anti-inflammatory;
• antibacterial;
• antiallergic.

1 ml of the preparation contains:

1. 5 mg of antibiotic gentamicin;
2. 1 mg of the anti-inflammatory drug dexamethasone;
3. 9 mg sodium chloride;
4. 9 mg benzyl alcohol;
5. 14 mg polyvinylpyrrolidone;
6. 1 mg water for injection.

The active ingredients quickly penetrate into the tissue when instilled into the conjunctival cavity, thereby ensuring the concentration of the drug necessary for the therapeutic effect.

Important! Although drops are available over-the-counter at veterinary pharmacies, they must be prescribed by a veterinarian based on an examination and diagnosis.

Description

Visually, Decta-2 is a colorless, slightly opalescent liquid. The drug is available in two variations:

• produced by Api-San (5 ml) – in plastic bottles with a dispenser;
• Apicenna production (5 ml) – in classic glass bottles (you will need to purchase an additional pipette).

The drug can be stored in a sealed state for quite a long time, but after opening it retains its properties for 20 days, which is more than enough to complete the course prescribed in the instructions (5-10 days).

Indications

The instructions for use state that Decta 2 is suitable for dogs as part of the comprehensive treatment of eye diseases (effective for both acute and chronic inflammatory conditions). The drops are prescribed if the identified inflammatory process is caused by an allergy or a bacterial infection whose pathogen is sensitive to gentamicin.

The list of main indications includes:

• conjunctivitis;
• keratitis;
• keratoconjunctivitis;
• blepharitis;
• iridocyclitis.

A veterinarian may also recommend Decta 2 eye drops for dogs or cats after an eye injury or surgery (such as removing a foreign body from the eye), as the drops are also recommended for the prevention of bacterial complications after ophthalmological procedures.

Contraindications

Decta 2 eye drops are contraindicated for dogs with individual intolerance to any of the components (although reviews indicate that an acute reaction to these drops is extremely rare).

The drug should not be used in cases of the following diseases:

• glaucoma;
• ulcerative manifestations on the cornea.

Important! Allergic reactions to gentamicin and dexamethasone also occur in humans. If the person performing the procedure has a history of reactions to these drugs, avoid contact of the liquid with the skin.

Application and dosage

During the treatment of acute inflammatory diseases To achieve the required concentration of the active substance and maintain it during the treatment period, the drops must be instilled into the dog 2-3 drops (depending on the size of the animal) 2 or 3 times a day for 5-10 days.

Important! The minimum treatment period is 5 days, as the product contains an antibacterial component. A veterinarian will decide whether to extend the treatment period from day 5 to day 10, based on the treatment progress and the drug's effectiveness in each individual case.

For preventive purposes It is enough to instill 1-2 drops of Decta-2 3 times a day for 3 days.

Algorithm for using the drug:

1. Thoroughly cleanse the eyes of any discharge. You can use a gauze pad soaked in the medication for this purpose.
2. Place the required number of drops into the conjunctival cavity. If necessary, perform the procedure with the assistance of an assistant who can help secure the animal.

If the inflammation is severe, the procedure may cause discomfort, but most animals tolerate the instillation well.

The price of Decta 2 eye drops for dogs in online veterinary pharmacies ranges from 240 to 285 rubles, but if you find discounted offers, you can purchase the drug for less (from 130 rubles).

Analogues

When searching for alternatives for any drug, it's important to focus on the active ingredient. In this case, it's gentamicin and dexamethasone.

Currently, the following analogues are available in Russian pharmacies:

Decta Fotre (ear drops)

Important! Despite the similarity in name, Decta Forte is not an analogue of the eye drops described above.

Decta fotre for dogs it is ear drops, the instructions for use of which do not suggest use in ophthalmology.

Even if you compare the instructions for these two medications, significant differences in composition and areas of application are obvious. Dekta Forte ear drops are effective against ear scabies (otodectosis, sarcoptosis, and notoedrosis), as well as for their prevention in cats and dogs.

1 ml of ear drops contains:

• 5 mg of fipronil insecticide;
• 10 mg of the antibiotic chloramphenicol;
• 50 mg of anesthetic lidocaine;
• 1 mg of various excipients.

For more information on how to use Decta Fote ear drops for dogs and cats, how much it costs, and whether there are any similar products on the market, please read our website.

Reviews of Decta-2

If your veterinarian has recommended Decta 2 eye drops for your dog, we recommend reading reviews from owners whose pets have already undergone treatment with this medication.

Ekaterina, Stavropol, veterinarian:

Decta 2 is an effective and affordable medication that has proven effective in treating a wide range of inflammatory conditions in the eye area. Of course, there are good, high-quality options among expensive imported medications, but why pay more when Decta does the job so well? I prescribe the drops to my cats and dogs; they are well tolerated and highly effective.

Andrey, Krasnodar, breeder:

We used the drops on our Alabai after removing a grass spike from his eye. He had severe inflammation, but thanks to the treatment, it cleared up quite quickly. Noticeable improvement was already noticeable on the second day. It's an inexpensive, effective product, and I highly recommend it.

Olga, Stavropol:

My dog ​​was prescribed Decta-2 when her eyes started to get sore. Tests confirmed a bacterial infection, and we completed a seven-day course of treatment. Improvement was noticeable after the first few drops, and by the fifth day, her eyes looked healthy. I then used this medication on my stray cats, who also had severe eye sores. The vet warned me not to use it too often, but if simpler anti-inflammatory medications aren't helping, this is a truly effective solution.

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