Optichlor
Optichlor Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Optichlor Products
Uses of Optichlor Products
Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.
Optichlor Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Optichlor are Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Glossitis (tongue inflammation), Hypersensitivity, Bone marrow depression, Increased bleeding time, Optic neuritis, Ototoxicity, Acidotic cardiovascular collapse, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Enterocolitis, Gray baby syndrome, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Blood dyscrasias, Headache, Depression, Delirium (acute confusional state), Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction, Superinfection.
How Optichlor Products work
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly kill the bacteria, but prevents them from increasing in numbers, and eventually clears up the infection.
Patient Concerns about Optichlor Products
Frequently asked questions about Optichlor Products
Frequently asked questions about Chloramphenicol
Q. How long does Optichlor Eye Drop take to work?
Usually, Optichlor Eye Drop starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Optichlor Eye Drop?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Optichlor Eye Drop when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Optichlor Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Products for Optichlor
Optichlor Eye Drop
packet of 5 ml Eye Drop
MRP
₹22.85
Not Available
Optichlor Eye Ointment
tube of 5 gm Eye Ointment
MRP
₹23.5
Not Available