OT Dol

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

OT Dol is a local anesthetic agent. It should be used strictly under the recommendation of a doctor. You must use it for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, OT Dol may cause an allergic reaction which might manifest as sneezing, wheezing, pruritis (severe itching of the skin), urticaria (localized swollen itchy area), episodes of angioneurotic edema (swelling of the lower layer of skin or mucous membranes and even anaphylactic shock (very severe allergic reaction). If you develop any of these symptoms while using OT Dol, please inform your doctor immediately. 

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

According to an FDA warning published in 2014, a 2% solution of OT Dol should not be used in infants and young children (5 months to 3.5 years old), as too much application of OT Dol or accidental swallowing may cause serious brain injury, seizures, and heart problems. Therefore, for treating teething pain, one must take the advice of their doctor and follow his recommendations completely.

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, OT Dol may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this OT Dol to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, OT Dol is used topically for producing an anesthetic effect (Prevent pain) on the irritated or inflamed mucous membranes of mouth and pharynx. It is also used for minimizing gagging during X-ray procedure and dental impressions.