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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:36 PM IST
Otpred 1% Eye Drops is an ophthalmic medication used to treat eye inflammation and post-operative eye inflammation. This medicine helps relieve eye irritation, redness, burning, and swelling caused by chemicals, radiation, heat, infection, allergies, or foreign substances in the eye. It contains prednisolone, a corticosteroid medicine, which stops the release of certain chemical messengers responsible for causing redness, itching and swelling.
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Synonym

PREDNISOLONE ACETATE

Manufacturer/Marketer

Mediart Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Otpred 1% Eye Drops

Otpred 1% Eye Drops belongs to the class of corticosteroid medication or ophthalmic anti-infectives. It is used to relieve eye irritation, redness, burning, and swelling caused by chemicals, radiation, heat, infection, allergies, or foreign substances in the eye. Besides this, it is sometimes used following eye surgery.

Otpred 1% Eye Drops contains prednisolone, a corticosteroid medicine. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling.

Use Otpred 1% Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Otpred 1% Eye Drops are application site burning or stinging sensation, redness and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects resolve gradually over time without the need for medical intervention. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.

Otpred 1% Eye Drops is for ophthalmic use only. It should not be injected or consumed orally. You should not use Otpred 1% Eye Drops if you are allergic to prednisolone, other corticosteroid medications, or any of the components in Otpred 1% Eye Drops. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You may notice temporary blurred vision after using this medication. Before operating machinery or driving, wait until your vision returns to normal.

Uses of Otpred 1% Eye Drops

Treatment of Eye Inflammation and Post-operative eye inflammation

Medicinal Benefits

Otpred 1% Eye Drops contains prednisolone, a corticosteroid medicine. Otpred 1% Eye Drops works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. Thus it effectively relieves eye irritation, redness, burning, and swelling caused by chemicals, radiation, heat, infection, allergies, or foreign substances in the eye. Besides this, it is sometimes used following eye surgery.

Directions for Use

Eye drops/Suspension: 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 advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye Cream/Ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the cream/ointment 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 Otpred 1% Eye Drops

  • Temporary eye burning or stinging sensation

  • Temporary blurred vision

Drug Warnings

Do not use Otpred 1% Eye Drops if you are allergic to prednisolone, other corticosteroid medications, or any of the components in Otpred 1% Eye Drops. Otpred 1% Eye Drops is only to be used in the eyes. Otpred 1% Eye Drops should never be injected or used orally. If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding, inform your doctor. You may notice temporary blurred vision after using this medication. Before operating machinery or driving, wait until your vision returns to normal. Before using Otpred 1% Eye Drops, consult your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure in the eye), eye damage, or eye surgery. Otpred 1% Eye Drops should not be used for any longer than your doctor has prescribed. Otpred 1% Eye Drops should not be used to treat any other eye infections.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: Relevant interactions could not be found/established.

Drug-Food interactions: Relevant interactions could not be found/established.

Drug-Disease interactions: Relevant interactions could not be found/established.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night to renew your eyes.

  • It would help if you washed your eyes with clean water. If you've had eye surgery, wait at least two weeks before washing your eyes.

  • Take care of your health, eat a balanced diet, get plenty of exercises, and rest well.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Eye inflammation: Eye inflammation is the swelling of eye tissue caused by underlying problems such as allergies, conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye's mucous membrane), trauma, or other eye disorders. It is distinguished by eye redness, watery or itchy eyes, and a burning sensation.

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Alcohol

Caution

No interactions were found; however, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor; there is no substantial research yet on the usage of Otpred 1% Eye Drops in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Otpred 1% Eye Drops may cause blurred vision temporarily. Before driving or operating any machinery, wait until your vision has returned to normal.

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Liver

Caution

No information was available about the usage of Otpred 1% Eye Drops in patients with liver disease. Please consult your physician.

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Kidney

Caution

No information was available about the usage of Otpred 1% Eye Drops in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your physician.

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Children

Caution

Otpred 1% Eye Drops should only be used in children under the supervision of a doctor or as directed by the doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Scf 308, First And Second Floor, Motor Market, Chandigarh-160101
Other Info - OTP0002

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FAQs

Otpred 1% Eye Drops belongs to the class of corticosteroid medication or ophthalmic anti-infectives. It is used to relieve eye irritation, redness, burning, and swelling caused by chemicals, radiation, heat, infection, allergies, or foreign substances in the eye. Besides this, it is sometimes used following eye surgery.
Otpred 1% Eye Drops works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. Thus it effectively relieves eye irritation, redness, burning, and swelling caused by chemicals, radiation, heat, infection, allergies, or foreign substances in the eye.
Otpred 1% Eye Drops can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by a doctor. However, maintain a 15-minute interval between Otpred 1% Eye Drops and other eye medicines.
Even if your symptoms improve, you must continue to use Otpred 1% Eye Drops for as long as it is suggested by your doctor. If you stop using this medication too soon, your symptoms may recur.
Otpred 1% Eye Drops might cause blurred vision temporarily immediately after using. So, do not drive or operate machinery immediately after using Otpred 1% Eye Drops; wait until your vision is clear to prevent any mishappening.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Otpred 1% Eye Drops. Remember to remove your contact lenses before using Otpred 1% Eye Drops. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the inflammation has resolved.

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