Ocupol Dx is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops, Ointment. Ocupol Dx also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ocupol Dx depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Ocupol Dx include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ocupol Dx can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ocupol Dx are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ocupol Dx has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ocupol Dx's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections must refrain from the use of Ocupol Dx since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Ocupol Dx contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Ocupol Dx have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ocupol Dx is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ocupol Dx 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ocupol Dx is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ocupol Dx safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Ocupol DX for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Ocupol Dx safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Ocupol DX on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Ocupol DX will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Ocupol Dx on the Kidneys?
Ocupol DX rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ocupol Dx on the Liver?
Ocupol DX is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ocupol Dx on the Heart?
Ocupol DX is not harmful for the heart.
Ocupol Dx should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ocupol Dx unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ocupol Dx habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ocupol Dx has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Ocupol Dx
Taking Ocupol Dx with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ocupol Dx
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ocupol Dx.
Yes, Ocupol DX 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.
Yes, Ocupol DX 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 Ocupol DX must be lowered and adjusted as per the need.
Ocupol DX contains chloramphenicol which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which needs to survive. In the absence of protein, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed. It can also kill the bacteria in higher doses. Ocupol DX is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Salmonella species, Rickettsia species, Neisseria meningitidis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, and Staphylococcus pneumoniae.
Yes, Ocupol DX 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.
Rarely, Ocupol DX causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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