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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Opticol Eye Drops is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. It contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections. Common side effects of Opticol Eye Drops may include mild eye irritation, stinging sensation, and temporary blurred vision.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Greenco Biologicals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Opticol Eye Drops

Opticol Eye Drops belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

Opticol Eye Drops contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

Sometimes, you may experience side effects such as mild eye irritation, a stinging sensation, and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Opticol Eye Drops should be used in children above 2 years only if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid touching the tip of the container as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent side effects/interactions.

Uses of Opticol Eye Drops

Opticol Eye Drops is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Opticol Eye Drops are as follows:

  • Treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis: Opticol Eye Drops is often used to treat pink eye caused by bacterial infection.
  • Management of blepharitis: Opticol Eye Drops reduces inflammation and infection of the eyelids.
  • Prevention of eye infection after injury: Opticol Eye Drops can be used to prevent bacterial infection in case of minor eye injuries.
  • Support in post-operative eye care: Opticol Eye Drops can be used to prevent infection after eye surgery.

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Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull down your lower eyelid to form a pocket, and instil the recommended number of drops as advised by your doctor into the pocket of the eye. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
  • Opticol Eye Drops is for ophthalmic use only. Avoid touching the dropper's tip to avoid contamination.

Medicinal Benefits

Opticol Eye Drops belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Opticol Eye Drops contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

How Opticol Eye Drops Works

Opticol Eye Drops contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Opticol Eye Drops out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Opticol Eye Drops

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause serious side effects or poisoning. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Seek emergency medical attention or call your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms or if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Opticol Eye Drops if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you or your family member has had problems with their blood or bone marrow if you have visual disturbances, severe pain in the eye, sensitivity to light, glaucoma, eye injury, dry eyes, kidney or liver problems, a sensation of having a foreign body in the eye, eye inflammation, if the eye looks cloudy or if the coloured part of the eye looks unusual, or if you have/had eye surgery. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not wear contact lenses during the course of treatment with Opticol Eye Drops and for 24 hours after the last dose.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChloramphenicolFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking Flibanserin with Opticol Drop 10ml may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Opticol Drop 10ml with Flibanserin is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
ChloramphenicolLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking lomitapide with Opticol Drop 10ml can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Opticol Drop 10ml with Lomitapide is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Critical
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking Opticol Drop 10ml with triazolam can increased the effects of Opticol Drop 10ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Opticol Drop 10ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking oxycodone with Opticol Drop 10ml, it may increase the blood levels of oxycodone that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Opticol Drop 10ml and Oxycodone together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking and judgment contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ChloramphenicolBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
When BCG vaccine is used with Opticol Drop 10ml, its effectiveness of BCG vaccine may be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Opticol Drop 10ml and BCG vaccine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking Opticol Drop 10ml and Deferiprone may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Opticol Drop 10ml with Deferiprone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking Opticol Drop 10ml and Ivacaftor may increase the blood levels of ivacaftor that increases risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Opticol Drop 10ml and Ivacaftor together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking cisapride together with Opticol Drop 10ml may significantly increase the blood levels of cisapride that may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Opticol Drop 10ml with Cisapride can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately If you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChloramphenicolVoclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking Opticol Drop 10ml with Voclosporin can increase the blood levels of voclosporin which increases risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Opticol Drop 10ml and Voclosporin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you have any unusual symptoms, it's important to contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Opticol Drop 10ml:
Taking cladribine together with Opticol Drop 10ml may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Cladribine and Opticol Drop 10ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching your eyes with dirty hands.
  • Avoid rubbing the eyes.
  • Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
  • Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
  • Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
  • If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens.
  • Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
  • Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether alcohol interacts with Opticol Eye Drops. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using Opticol Eye Drops; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using Opticol Eye Drops; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Opticol Eye Drops might temporarily blur your vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Opticol Eye Drops in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Opticol Eye Drops in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of Opticol Eye Drops based on your child's age and condition. It is not recommended for use in children under two years of age.

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Heart

Opticol Eye Drops is generally safe for people with heart problems because it act locally in the eye and have minimal systemic absorption. Still, it's best to consult your doctor to ensure there are no rare interactions or sensitivities with your specific condition or medications.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Geriatric patients can generally use Opticol Eye Drops safely. However, older adults may be more prone to eye dryness or irritation, so it's important to monitor for any discomfort and consult a doctor if symptoms persist.

FAQs

Opticol Eye Drops is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye.

Opticol Eye Drops works by preventing the synthesis of essential nutrients for bacterial survival. Thus, kills the bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Opticol Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Consult your doctor if you have any difficulty while using Opticol Eye Drops.

Opticol Eye Drops might temporarily cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

Do not wear contact lenses during the course of treatment with Opticol Eye Drops and for 24 hours after the last dose. Using spectacles and avoiding wearing contact lenses is recommended until the infection is cleared.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

PLOT NO.16,I.D.A. KOTHUR MAHABOOB NAGAR, ANDHRA PRADESH,Vizianagaram,Telangana-509216
Other Info - OPT0003

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