Optocin

Composition for Optocin Products

Optocin Products are primarily used for

Bacterial infections

About Optocin Products

Uses of Optocin Products

Gentamicin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Optocin Products side effects

Severe

Side Effects of Optocin are Hearing loss, Joint pain, Headache, Breathlessness, Vomiting, Nausea, Fever, High blood pressure, Edema (swelling), Thrombophlebitis, Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Lethargy, Myasthenia gravis, Numbness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Seizure, Vertigo, Hair loss, Urticaria, Decreased calcium level in blood, Weight loss, Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Enterocolitis, Urinary casts, Low urine output, Protein in urine, Renal toxicity, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Hepatomegaly (enlarged liver), Increased liver enzymes, Hypersensitivity, Muscle cramp, Muscle weakness, Visual disturbance, Ringing in ear, Decreased creatinine clearance, Respiratory depression, Increased reticulocytes, Low blood platelets, Pulmonary fibrosis, Enlarged spleen, Laryngeal edema, Gastrointestinal bleeding.

How Optocin Products work

Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Patient Concerns about Optocin Products

Frequently asked questions about Optocin Products

Frequently asked questions about Gentamicin

Q. Is Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop effective?
Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop?
No, you should not stop using Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. You may experience improvement in your symptoms before the infection is completely cleared. Therefore, for better results, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration. Stopping the medication too early could allow the spread of the infection and hence prevent complete healing.
Q. What should I do if I forget to use Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop?
If you forget to use Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop, do not worry and continue using Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. In which conditions is the use of Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop avoided?
Use of Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop?
Keep Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.

Products for Optocin

Optocin 0.3% Eye Drop
bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop
MRP
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