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Optichlor Eye Drop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Optichlor Eye Drop have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Optichlor Eye Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Optichlor Eye Drop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Optichlor Eye Drop are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Optichlor Eye Drop has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Optichlor Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Optichlor Eye Drop is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Optichlor Eye Drop contraindications section.
Additionally, Optichlor Eye Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Optichlor Eye Drop, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Optichlor Eye Drop 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Optichlor Eye Drop is used -
Mild
Is the use of Optichlor Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Optichlor 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 Optichlor Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Optichlor may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Optichlor Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Optichlor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Optichlor Eye Drop on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Optichlor. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Optichlor Eye Drop on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Optichlor. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Optichlor Eye Drop 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 Optichlor Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Optichlor Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Optichlor Eye Drop is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Optichlor Eye Drop as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Optichlor Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Optichlor Eye Drop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Optichlor Eye Drop
Some foods when eaten with Optichlor Eye Drop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Optichlor Eye Drop
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Optichlor Eye Drop.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
