Opthopin Benefits & Uses

Opthopin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Opthopin 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: Mydriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Mydriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Mydriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Mydriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Mydriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Opthopin Related Warnings

Is the use of Opthopin safe for pregnant women?

Opthopin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Opthopin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Opthopin safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Opthopin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Opthopin on the Kidneys?

Opthopin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Opthopin on the Liver?

Opthopin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Opthopin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Opthopin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Opthopin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Topiramate

Zonisamide

Moderate

Opthopin Contraindications

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

Glaucoma
GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Opthopin

Is this Opthopin habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Opthopin can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Opthopin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Opthopin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Opthopin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Opthopin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Opthopin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Opthopin

It is safe to take Opthopin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Opthopin

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Opthopin as it can have severe side effects.

Severe