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Opthodex N is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Opthodex N have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Opthodex N. 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.
Common side effects of Opthodex N include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Opthodex N have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Opthodex N normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Opthodex N's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Opthodex N's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Opthodex N is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Opthodex N contraindications section.
Besides this, Opthodex N may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Opthodex N is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Opthodex N 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
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Is the use of Opthodex N safe for pregnant women?
Opthodex N shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Opthodex N safe during breastfeeding?
Opthodex N may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Opthodex N on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Opthodex N. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Opthodex N on the Liver?
Opthodex N may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Opthodex N on the Heart?
Effects of Opthodex N on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Opthodex N should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opthodex N unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Opthodex N habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Opthodex N.
Interaction between Food and Opthodex N
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Opthodex N together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opthodex N
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Opthodex N and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Opthodex N is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections and hepatic encephalopathy.
Opthodex N is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenza, Proteus species, S. aureus, and Serratia species. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is generally resistant.
No, Opthodex N does not cause seizures. However, if you are experiencing seizures after taking this drug, then consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Discontinuing Opthodex N 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.
Take Opthodex N as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
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