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Opticrom is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Asthma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Opticrom also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Opticrom is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Opticrom side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Opticrom go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Opticrom's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Opticrom's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Opticrom are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Opticrom may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Opticrom is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Opticrom 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Opticrom safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Opticrom for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Opticrom safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Opticrom in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Opticrom is unavailable.
What is the effect of Opticrom on the Kidneys?
Opticrom is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Opticrom on the Liver?
Opticrom is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Opticrom on the Heart?
You can take Opticrom without any fear of damage to the heart.
Opticrom should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opticrom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Opticrom habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Opticrom is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Opticrom will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Opticrom should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Opticrom is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Opticrom
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Opticrom and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opticrom
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Opticrom with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Intal Inhaler (cromolyn sodium)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1403