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OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Micro Labs Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS belongs to the class of medications called ‘Ophthalmic agents’ used for examining the eye during the diagnosis or detection of any eye disease, or therapeutic procedures. It can help detect eye inflammation or any other eye diseases such as uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eyewall) or in ophthalmoscopy procedures (retinal examination) or during eye surgeries.

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS is a combination of two medicines: Tropicamide and Phenylephrine. Tropicamide is an anticholinergic, while Phenylephrine is a decongestant. They work by making the pupil of your eye larger and relaxing the muscles in your eye. This allows proper examination of the inside of your eye.

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS is for external use only. You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS are headache, dizziness, blurred vision, photophobia (sensitivity to light), eye pain, eye irritation, burning or stinging sensation in the eye, skin rash, hypotension (low blood pressure) and nausea (feeling sick). Inform your doctor if any of these side-effects persist or get worsen.

Do not take OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS if you are allergic to Tropicamide, Phenylephrine or any contents of it. Before taking OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS, inform your doctor if you have glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), heart diseases, hypertension (high blood pressure), hormonal disorders, thyroid problems, diabetes and tachycardia (increased heart rate). Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS. It should not be used in children below 1 year.

Uses of OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS

Eye examination.

Medicinal Benefits

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS is a combination of two medicines: Tropicamide and Phenylephrine. Tropicamide is an anticholinergic, while Phenylephrine is a decongestant. They work by making the pupil of your eye larger and relaxing the muscles in your eye. This allows proper examination of the inside of your eye.

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Photophobia (sensitivity to light)
  • Eye pain
  • Eye irritation
  • Burning or stinging sensation in the eye
  • Skin rash
  • Hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • Nausea (feeling sick)

Drug Warnings

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS may increase pressure inside the eye, so it should not be used in patients with glaucoma. It is advised to remove contact lenses at least 15 minutes before instilling OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS drops as it may eye irritation. OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS should be used with caution in patients with eye inflammation. OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS is also used with extreme caution in children, especially with Down syndrome and brain damage as there is an increased risk of side-effects associated with the nervous system.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS may interact with a medicine used to treat low heart rate (atropine), antihypertensive agents, antidepressants (isocarboxazid, linezolid, selegiline, rasagiline, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine, etc.), anti-arrhythmic drug (quinidine), and general anaesthetic (halothane).  

Drug-Food Interaction:  No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), heart diseases, hypertension (high blood pressure), blood clots, hormonal disorders, thyroid problems, diabetes, and tachycardia (increased heart rate).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ATROPINE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • LINEZOLID
  • SELEGILINE
  • RASAGILINE
  • PHENELZINE
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • QUINIDINE
  • HALOTHANE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for at least six to eight hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This effect can also affect your body’s ability in fighting off infections.
  • Reduce screen time (by avoiding watching tv, or phone) and use sunglasses while going out into the sunlight.

Special Advise

Your doctor may advice an eye examination to check for glaucoma before giving OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS in patients with history of glaucoma or family history of glaucoma.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Eye diseases: Eye diseases are of a wide variety ranging from minor eye problems that don't last long such as conjunctivitis (pink eye) and major conditions that can lead to blindness such as glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye). Some examples of eye diseases that require diagnostic procedures are refractive errors (near-sightedness and farsightedness), cataracts (clouding of the eye), and glaucoma. The risk of eye diseases is high in older people and patients with diabetes. 

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
Other Info - OPT0065

FAQs

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS is a combination of two medicines: Tropicamide and Phenylephrine. It can cause mydriasis (dilation of the pupil of the eye) to help the doctor to visualize the eye clearly for detection of any eye diseases.
Remove contact lenses at least 15 minutes before using OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS as it causes eye irritation. OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS may cause photophobia (sensitivity to light), so wear sunglasses if you experience sensitivity to light after using this medicine. OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS may also cause blurred vision, so avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until your vision becomes normal.
OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS acts or causes dilation of the pupil within minutes after instilling the drops. Its effect may last up to few hours to one day.
OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS should not be used in patients with glaucoma as OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS may increase pressure inside the eye.
OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS may cause blurred vision or other eye problems such as pain or irritation. However, these effects are temporary and resolve within a few hours. Discuss with your doctor the possible risks associated with OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS before using this medicine.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol may interfere with the action of OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS. Hence please limit/avoid taking alcohol while being treated with OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS.

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Pregnancy

Caution

When clinically needed, OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS is given by a doctor to pregnant women after doing a risk/benefit assessment. Please consult your doctor before using OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS may cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS can be given safely to patients with liver diseases when prescribed.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS can be given safely to patients with kidney diseases when prescribed.

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Children

Caution

OPTIMIDE PLUS EYE DROPS should be used with caution in children with heart and neurological diseases. It is not recommended for use in children less than 1 year of age.

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