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Oftaquix Eye Drop Benefits & Uses

Oftaquix Eye Drop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Oftaquix Eye Drop 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
Adult	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 hourly Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Then 2 drops every 4 hour for 5 days
Geriatric	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 hourly Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Then 2 drops every 4 hour for 5 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 hourly Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Then 2 drops every 4 hour for 5 days
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 hourly Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Then 2 drops every 4 hour for 5 days

Oftaquix Eye Drop Related Warnings

Is the use of Oftaquix Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?

Oftaquix Eye Drop may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Oftaquix Eye Drop, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Oftaquix Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Oftaquix Eye Drop may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Oftaquix Eye Drop should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Oftaquix Eye Drop on the Kidneys?

Oftaquix Eye Drop has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Oftaquix Eye Drop on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Oftaquix Eye Drop on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Oftaquix Eye Drop on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Oftaquix Eye Drop for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Oftaquix Eye Drop with Other Drugs

Oftaquix Eye Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Oftaquix Eye Drop Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oftaquix Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Oftaquix Eye Drop

Is this Oftaquix Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Oftaquix Eye Drop.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oftaquix Eye Drop. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Oftaquix Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Oftaquix Eye Drop is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Oftaquix Eye Drop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oftaquix Eye Drop

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Oftaquix Eye Drop to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Oftaquix Eye Drop

Drinking alcohol while taking Oftaquix Eye Drop may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Oftaquix Eye Drop

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oftaquix Eye Drop for sinus infection?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes you can take this Oftaquix Eye Drop for treating sinus infection. However, this is not the first choice of drug for sinus infection advised by doctors. Doctors generally prescribe antibiotics, painkillers and nasal sprays to relieve from severe nasal passage congestions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Oftaquix Eye Drop with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Oftaquix Eye Drop along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question over 5 years ago

can I take Oftaquix Eye Drop for UTI infection?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can take Oftaquix Eye Drop for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Oftaquix Eye Drop on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuing Oftaquix Eye Drop on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Oftaquix Eye Drop with metformin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Take Oftaquix Eye Drop if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.