Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop
About Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop
Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop is used to gain temporary relief from stuffy nose, sinus, and ear symptoms caused by the allergies, common cold, flu, or other breathing illnesses such as sinusitis and bronchitis. This medication works by decreasing swelling in the nose and ears which makes breathing easier and lessens any discomfort.
Mild upset stomach, lightheadedness, seizures, mood changes, trouble sleeping, dizziness, shaking, headache, nervousness or fast and irregular heartbeat may occur as side effects to this medicine. It may also reduce blood flow to hands or feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. So you are advised to dress warmly and avoid tobacco use.
To ensure complete safety, before starting the medicine tell your doctor if you suffer from blood vessel problems, diabetes, overactive thyroid, high blood pressure, mood disorders, glaucoma, heart disease, seizure disorder, difficulty sleeping or trouble urinating. This medication is recommended for use in younger children.
The dosage is based on your age. Without your doctor’s approval, do not increase your dose or frequency of this medication. Improper use of this drug can cause you serious harm.
What are the uses of Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop
Dry Cough
What are the side effects of Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop ?
Sedation
Weakness
Dehydration
Headache
Edema (Swelling)
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Is It safe with alcohol?
Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Does this affect kidney function?
Caution to be advised in patients with severe impaired renal function.
contraindicated in patients with moderate to severe renal impairmentDoes this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
What are the substitutes for Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Opulus Eye Drop
Sapient Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Tropicacyl Plus Eye Drop
Sunways India Pvt Ltd
- Tropieye Eye Drop
Eyekare Kilitch Limited
- Maxdil Plus Eye Drop
Hicare Pharma
- Tropac P 5% w/v/0.8% w/v Eye Drop
Optho Remedies Pvt Ltd
- Itr Plus Eye Drop
Cipla Ltd
- Tm Plus Eye Drop
Pharmtak Ophtalmics India Pvt Ltd
- Triocyl Eye Drop
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Tropicon Plus 5% w/v/0.8% w/v Eye Drop
Klar Sehen Pvt Ltd
- Tropifrin 5% w/v/0.8
Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
How does this medication work?
Ocutrop Plus Eye Drop is an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor agonist belonging to the penethylamine class, which acts as a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the swelling of blood vessels in the ear and nose, thereby providing great relief from discomfort.
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