Otidrop Information
Otidrop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. The alternative uses of Otidrop have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Otidrop. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Otidrop have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Otidrop 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, Otidrop's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Otidrop related warnings talks about Otidrop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Heart Failure must refrain from the use of Otidrop since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Otidrop contraindications section.
Additionally, Otidrop may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Otidrop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Otidrop Benefits & Uses
Otidrop is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Otidrop 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 |
| 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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Otidrop Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Otidrop is used -
Severe
- Cough
- Visual Disturbance
Moderate
- Skin Thinning
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Bone degradation
- Increased blood pressure
- Skin scar
- Altered bone growth
- Behavioural Changes
- Increased Glucose level in the blood
- Cataract
- Convulsion
- Confusion
Mild
- Contact Dermatitis
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Application Site Irritation
- Paresthesia
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Otidrop Related Warnings
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Is the use of Otidrop safe for pregnant women?
Otidrop has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
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Is the use of Otidrop safe during breastfeeding?
Otidrop may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Otidrop on the Kidneys?
Otidrop rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Otidrop on the Liver?
Otidrop is rarely harmful for the liver.
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What is the effect of Otidrop on the Heart?
Side effects of Otidrop rarely affect the heart.
Severe Interaction of Otidrop with Other Drugs
Otidrop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Otidrop Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Otidrop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Infections
- Osteoporosis
- Liver Disease
- Depression
- Osteonecrosis
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Allergy
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Abdominal Pain
- Diabetes
- AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome
- Heart Failure
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial flutter
- Burns
- Eczema
- Liver Disease
- Burning Eyes
Frequently asked Questions about Otidrop
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Is this Otidrop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Otidrop has not been reported.
Otidrop Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Otidrop
Some foods when eaten with Otidrop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Otidrop
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Otidrop with alcohol will be.
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