Opticool 10 ml

What is Opticool 10 ml?

Opticool 10ml is a medicine in the form of an eye drop. It contains Naphazoline (0.05% w/v) and Phenylephrine (0.12% w/v) which is used to treat allergic diseases related to the eye. Opticool 10ml helps resolve redness and swelling of the eye and provides relief from burning and discomfort that occurred. 

Opticool 10ml is used only in the affected eye. Always consult with the doctor before using it. Complete the full course of the treatment as prescribed; not doing so can leave the allergy-causing infection untreated.

What Is The Use of Opticool Eye Drops?

Opticool 10ml is used in resolving symptoms causing due to allergic eye disease.

Allergic eye disease: It is an eye inflammation that occurs due to allergy. Human eyeballs are covered with a membrane called the conjunctiva. This conjunctiva undergoes irritation due to allergens. 

Opticool is a combination of two medicines, naphazoline, and phenylephrine. Naphazoline is a sympathomimetic-alpha 1 medicine that narrows the blood vessels in the eye in order to decrease redness and swelling. On the other hand, Phenylephrine, a decongestant, tightens the blood vessels. In turn, this decreases the production of fluid in the eye to increase drainage.

Who Manufactures Opticool 10 ml?

ENTOD Pharmaceuticals Ltd manufactures Opticool 10ml. In 1977, the company was established by G. V. Masurkar, a pharmacist who was also a pioneer and visionary, especially in pharmaceuticals. The company’s vision is to provide a high-quality, cost-effective solution to the healthcare needs of the global population.

What Are The Available Strengths of Opticool?

Opticool is available only in one strength, that is 10ml of opticool containing Naphazoline as 0.05% w/v and Phenylephrine as 0.12% w/v. 

What Are The Possible Side Effects of Opticool 10ml?

If your doctor has approved the use of opticool, he must have understood, the medicine is more beneficial than its side effects on you. Therefore, it is recommended to consult the doctor before using opticool. Below are some possible side effects that may occur if you do not follow the doctor’s instructions.

• Stinging
• Redness
• Widened pupils
• Blurred vision
• Eye pain
• Headache
• Low body temperature
• Irregular heartbeat
• Allergic reactions; rash, itching, swelling

Which Medicines Can Interact With Opticool 10ml?

Many other medicines interact with opticool, and the list doesn’t cover all of them. Therefore, we recommend you to make a list of all the medicines you consume daily and inform the doctor about them. However, below are some medicines that commonly interact with opticool 10ml, such as:-

• Maprotiline
• Guanethidine
• Cyclobenzaprine
• Tricyclic antidepressants (such as amitriptyline).
• MAO inhibitors (linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine) 

Which Diseases Interact With Opticool 10ml?

Below mentioned diseases may show interaction with the use of opticool 10ml. If you have any of them, do not mistake consulting with the doctor before its use.

Majorly

• Narrow angles

Moderately

• BPH
• Cardiovascular
• Diabetes

Where Should I Keep Opticool 10ml?

Do remember to follow these instructions while using opticool 10ml.

• Inform the doctor if you are allergic to Naphazoline and Phenylephrine. In such cases, consuming opticool can be unsafe.
• Always wash your hands and eyes before using the eyedrop. Not doing so can increase the risk of mild side effects.
• Do not overdose on the medicine, it can lead to severe headaches. 
• Information about the use of opticool during pregnancy is not available. Therefore, we recommend you consult the doctor if you are expecting a baby and plan to take opticool 10ml.
• Avoid driving and vehicle just after using opticool 10ml. Just after applying the eyedrop, the eye needs time to adjust to the changes that occurred due to the chemical present. Meanwhile, you may feel blurred vision, and driving in that condition is not safe.
• There is no interaction with the function of the kidney and liver. Consuming alcohol also has no interaction with medicine. But this doesn’t permit anyone to abuse alcohol.

What Is The Overdose Symptom of Opticool 10ml?

The overdose symptoms of opticool 10ml are not that dangerous. If in any case, you wish to seek emergency help, call on Poison Helpline Number: 1-800-222-1222.

Where Should I Keep The Medicine?

Try to keep the medicine safe from children and direct sunlight. Do not freeze the eyedrop, you can keep it at room temperature.