Otigard: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Otigard Information

Otigard is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. The alternative uses of Otigard have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Otigard is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Otigard have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Otigard 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.

In addition, Otigard's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Otigard has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Otigard related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Otigard since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Otigard have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Otigard may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Otigard, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Otigard Benefits & Uses
Otigard Dosage & How to Take
Otigard Side Effects
Otigard Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Otigard with Other Drugs
Otigard Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Otigard
Otigard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Otigard Benefits & Uses

Otigard is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ear Infection
Conjunctivitis
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Skin Infections
Meningitis
Salmonella
Psittacosis
Eye Infections
Eye Allergies
Uveitis
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Athlete's Foot
Jock itch
Tinea Versicolor
Vaginitis
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection
Ear canal infection
Belly Button Infection
Piles (Read More - Home Remedies for Piles)
Asthma in Children
Exercise Induced Asthma
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Dermatitis
Nasal Polyps

Otigard 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

Otigard Related Warnings

Is the use of Otigard safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Otigard in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Otigard safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Otigard. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Otigard on the Kidneys?

Otigard has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Otigard on the Liver?

Otigard may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Otigard on the Heart?

Otigard may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Otigard with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mifepristone

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Aspirin

Phenylephrine

Acetazolamide

Adalimumab

Metformin

Fluphenazine

Mild

Amphotericin B

Otigard Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis
Abdominal Pain
Diabetes
AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome
Cushing's Syndrome
Tuberculosis (TB)
Infections
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease
Depression
Osteonecrosis

Frequently asked Questions about Otigard

Is this Otigard habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Otigard.

Otigard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Otigard

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Otigard and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Otigard

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Otigard with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Otigard

Question about 4 years ago

Does Otigard cause gray baby syndrome?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Otigard may cause gray baby syndorme in newborn infants especially in premature baby, if this drug is given in higher doses. Gray baby syndrome is a rare side effect that occurs due to accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the newborn infant. The cause of gray baby syndrome is that the newborn baby lacks the some liver enzymes which are necessary to metabolize and removes this drug from the body. The accumulation of the chloramphenicol in the body leads to toxicity which causes development of symptoms such as vomiting, gray color of the skin, blue discoloration of lips and skin. To avoid gray baby syndrome the doses of Otigard must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Otigard on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Otigard 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 over 5 years ago

Does Otigard cause blurred vision?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Otigard can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Otigard helpful in typhoid?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Otigard is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Otigard cause fever?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Otigard has been reported to cause fever and chills but this occurs in a few cases. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try taking antipyretics (drugs that reduces fever, such as paracetamol) if the fever relapses again then discuss it with your doctor.