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Opthodex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Opthodex have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Opthodex. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Opthodex are Eye Burning, Eye irritation. These side effects of Opthodex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Opthodex's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Opthodex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Opthodex related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections must refrain from the use of Opthodex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Opthodex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Opthodex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Opthodex is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Opthodex is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Opthodex is used -
Common
Is the use of Opthodex safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Opthodex for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Opthodex safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Opthodex in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Opthodex is unavailable.
What is the effect of Opthodex on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Opthodex on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Opthodex will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Opthodex on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Opthodex on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Opthodex on the Heart?
Information about safety of Opthodex for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Opthodex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opthodex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Opthodex habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Opthodex is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Opthodex you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Opthodex is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Opthodex is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Opthodex
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Opthodex together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opthodex
Information about the interaction of Opthodex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Discontinuing Opthodex on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Opthodex may cause gray baby syndorme in newborn infants especially in premature baby, if this drug is given in higher doses. Gray baby syndrome is a rare side effect that occurs due to accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the newborn infant. The cause of gray baby syndrome is that the newborn baby lacks the some liver enzymes which are necessary to metabolize and removes this drug from the body. The accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the body leads to toxicity which causes development of symptoms such as vomiting, gray color of the skin, blue discoloration of lips and skin. To avoid gray baby syndrome the doses of Opthodex must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.
Yes, Opthodex is an antibiotic. It contains chloramphenicol which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
Yes, Opthodex can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.
Yes, Opthodex can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
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