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Opthosulf is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Conjunctivitis, Pimples. Other than this, Opthosulf has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Opthosulf. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Opthosulf are Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Opthosulf have been listed ahead. These side effects of Opthosulf are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Opthosulf has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Opthosulf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Opthosulf are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Opthosulf may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Opthosulf is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Opthosulf 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
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Is the use of Opthosulf safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Opthosulf.
Is the use of Opthosulf safe during breastfeeding?
Opthosulf has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Opthosulf on the Kidneys?
Opthosulf is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Opthosulf on the Liver?
Opthosulf does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Opthosulf on the Heart?
Opthosulf is completely safe for the heart.
Opthosulf should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Opthosulf unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Opthosulf habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Opthosulf has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Opthosulf
You can take Opthosulf with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opthosulf
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Opthosulf.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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