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Opticool is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Opticool have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Opticool depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Opticool include Enlarged (dilated) pupils, Headache, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Opticool side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Opticool 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.
In addition, Opticool's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Opticool has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Opticool related warnings section.
Opticool is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Glaucoma, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Opticool contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Opticool may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Opticool is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Opticool 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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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 Opticool is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Opticool safe for pregnant women?
Opticool can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Opticool, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Opticool safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Opticool as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Opticool on the Kidneys?
Opticool may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Opticool on the Liver?
Opticool has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Opticool on the Heart?
Opticool is rarely harmful for the heart.
Opticool 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 Opticool unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Opticool habit forming or addictive?
Opticool is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Opticool
Taking Opticool with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opticool
Information about the interaction of Opticool and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 136
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vazculep (phenylephrine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 135-136
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1020-1022
