Epitane Information

Epitane is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Conjunctivitis are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Epitane. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Epitane also has some side effects, the most common being Sensation of Burning, Eye Burning, Eye irritation. Usually, these side effects of Epitane go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Epitane has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Epitane related warnings talks about Epitane's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Epitane contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Epitane have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Epitane is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Epitane Benefits & Uses
Epitane Dosage & How to Take
Epitane Side Effects
Epitane Related Warnings
Epitane Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Epitane
Epitane Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Epitane Benefits & Uses

Epitane is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Epitane Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Epitane Related Warnings

Is the use of Epitane safe for pregnant women?

Epitane can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Epitane, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Epitane safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Epitane on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Epitane will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Epitane on the Kidneys?

Epitane is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Epitane on the Liver?

Epitane is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Epitane on the Heart?

You can take Epitane without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Epitane Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epitane unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Epitane

Is this Epitane habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Epitane is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Epitane since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Epitane only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Epitane in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Epitane Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Epitane

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Epitane together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Epitane

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Epitane with alcohol.

Unknown