MAXDIL PLUS EYE DPS

Overview

MAXDIL PLUS EYE DPS is a Schedule H drug.

MAXDIL PLUS EYE DPS is composed of: PHENYLEPHRINE (5.0 %W/V), TROPICAMIDE (0.8 %W/V)

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Tropicamide causes muscles in the eye to become relaxed. This dilates the pupil so that it does not react when your doctor shines an examination light into your eye.Tropicamide ophthalmic  is used to dilate the pupil for an eye examination or other diagnostic procedure.Recovery of normal pupil function may take up to 24 hours.It may also be used to reduce pain in certain eye conditions.

Usage

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

TROPICAMIDE is generally used to treat: Uveitis
TROPICAMIDE can address symptoms like: Eyes Redness, Eyes Pain, Eyes Sensitive To Light, Eyes Floating Spots Or Strings In Vision, Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Swelling

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for MAXDIL PLUS EYE DPS and its Constituents

Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• You should not use tropicamide ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.
• Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Tropicamide ophthalmic is most often used only in a doctor’s office during an eye examination.
• Do not take by mouth. Tropicamide ophthalmic is for use only in the eyes.
• Do not use this medicine while wearing contact lenses. Tropicamide ophthalmic may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses.
• Wash your hands before and after using the eye drops. Because a child might rub his or her eyes after the drops are given, wash the child’s hands after use.Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
• Do not use the eye drops if the liquid has changed colors or has particles in it.
• Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
• Tropicamide ophthalmic may cause blurred vision, or make your eyes very sensitive to light. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be able to see clearly. This effect may last as long as 24 hours.
• Protect your eyes from bright light while your pupils are dilated.
• Unless your doctor tells you to, avoid using other eye medications until your pupils are no longer dilated.
• Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Symptoms of Overdosage

TROPICAMIDE over-dosage can result in: Confusion, Face Discoloration, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Hallucinations, Increased Thirst, Dry Mouth, Slurred Speech, Abdomen Swelling, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Unusual Behavior

Common Side-Effects

PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
TROPICAMIDE : Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Sensitive To Light, Dry Mouth, Head Headache, Eyes Redness, Eyes Eye Irritation

Serious Side-Effects

TROPICAMIDE : Vision Problems, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Muscle Stiffness, Mood Swings, Eyes Pain

Rare Side-Effects

TROPICAMIDE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin

Disease Interactions

TROPICAMIDE can interfere with: Glaucoma

Technical Classification

PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

• DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

TROPICAMIDE is categorized as: MYDRIATICS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for MAXDIL PLUS EYE DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ITR PLUS EYE DPS	INR 196 for 2.5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %W/V, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %W/V
ITROP PLUS EYE-DPS	INR 56.5 for 5 ML EYE DROPS	PHENYLEPHRINE 5 %W/V, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %W/V
MAXDIL PLUS EYE DPS	INR 55 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %W/V, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %W/V
TROPICACYL PLUS 5% W/V/0.8% W/V EYE DPS	INR 48.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %W/V, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %W/V
TROPICACYL PLUS EYE-DPS	INR 27.5 for 3 ML EYE DROPS	PHENYLEPHRINE 5 %W/V, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %W/V
TROPIFRIN 5%W/V/0.8%W/V EYE DPS	INR 67.73 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %W/V, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %W/V

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

APPAMIDE PLUS 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 54 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
DD EYE DPS	INR 42.33 for 3 ML EYE DROP	TROPICAMIDE , PHENYLEPHRINE
DROSYN T 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 44.25 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
OCUTROP PLUS EYE DPS	INR 38.31 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE , TROPICAMIDE
OPTIMIDE PLUS 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 73.62 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
OPULUS 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 44 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
PICAMID PLUS 0.8%/5% EYE DPS	INR 59.1 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TROPICAMIDE 5.0 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.8 %
T PLUS DPS	INR 52.37 for 5 ML DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE , TROPICAMIDE
TM PLUS EYE DPS	INR 50 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE , TROPICAMIDE
TRIOCYL EYE DPS	INR 30.55 for 3 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
TRIOCYL PLUS EYE DPS	INR 52.5 for 3 ML EYE DROP	TROPICAMIDE 5.0 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.8 %
TROMIDE PLUS 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 48 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
TROPAC P 0.8%/5% EYE DPS	INR 63.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TROPICAMIDE 5.0 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.8 %
TROPICAMET PLUS 0.8%/5% EYE DPS	INR 68.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TROPICAMIDE 5.0 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.8 %
TROPICO PLUS 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 60.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
TROPICON PLUS 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 31.76 for 3 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
TROPIFRIN 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 61.63 for 3 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
TROPLUS 5%/0.8% EYE DPS	INR 50 for 5 ML EYE DROP	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 %, TROPICAMIDE 0.8 %
TROPY PLUS EYE DPS	INR 42.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TROPICAMIDE , PHENYLEPHRINE