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Opthomycin Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Opthomycin Plus also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Opthomycin Plus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Opthomycin Plus have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Opthomycin Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Opthomycin Plus has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Opthomycin Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Opthomycin Plus related warnings section.
Opthomycin Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Opthomycin Plus in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Opthomycin Plus contraindications section.
Additionally, Opthomycin Plus may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Opthomycin Plus is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Opthomycin Plus is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Opthomycin Plus is used -
Mild
Is the use of Opthomycin Plus safe for pregnant women?
Opthomycin Plus should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Opthomycin Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Opthomycin Plus. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Opthomycin Plus on the Kidneys?
Opthomycin Plus may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Opthomycin Plus on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Opthomycin Plus. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Opthomycin Plus only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Opthomycin Plus on the Heart?
Opthomycin Plus may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Opthomycin Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opthomycin Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Opthomycin Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Opthomycin Plus.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Opthomycin Plus does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Opthomycin Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Opthomycin Plus is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Opthomycin Plus
Taking Opthomycin Plus with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opthomycin Plus
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Opthomycin Plus with alcohol will be.
Yes, Opthomycin Plus might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Opthomycin Plus induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
No, Opthomycin Plus does not contain penicillin. It contains chloramphenicol which belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin. It is also used for those patients who are allergic to penicillin and are suffering from the serious bacterial infection.
Yes, Opthomycin Plus can cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Opthomycin Plus is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
Opthomycin Plus is a brand name of chloramphenicol and it comes in the various dosage forms such as an oral tablet, capsule, syrup, and eye drops. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of psittacosis also known as parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chloromycetin sodium succinate (chaloramphenicol sodium succinate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 739-742
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Chloromycetin sodium succinate (chaloramphenicol sodium succinate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 739-742
