Oftan katachrom

Oftan katakrom - regenerating and stimulating ophthalmic drops, the main purpose of which is to eliminate the symptoms of cataract and slow the development of this disease.

In addition, the drug is able to cope with irritation and dry eyes, and can also be prescribed for other pathologies of the eyes. The drug also has a beneficial effect on the metabolic processes occurring in the lens, and provides protection of the eye tissues from the harmful effects of free radicals.

In the treatment with this agent, its antimicrobial effect and anti-inflammatory effect are also noted.

Clinical and pharmacological group

The drug used for cataracts.

Conditions of leave from pharmacies

Released without a doctor's prescription.

Price list

How much does Oftan have in the pharmacies? The average price is at the level of380 rubles.

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Form of issue and composition

Eye drops Oftan Katachrom is a liquid of light red color. The liquid is in a polyethylene bottle, the volume of which is 10 ml. The bottle is placed in a cardboard box, on which the name of the medicine, volume and composition are indicated. In the box is also placed instructions for the use of drops.

• Contain (per 1 ml): 20 mg of nicotinamide 75 mg of cytochrome C, 2 mg of adenosine + additional ingredients (sodium succinate hexahydrate, disubstituted 2-aqueous sodium phosphate, water, benzalkonium chloride, sorbitol, monosodium phosphate 2-hydroxy).

At the top of the bottle is the dispenser, which must be turned once to open the container with the medicine. In the dispenser is conveniently typed a few drops of the drug, the bottle is not spilled and is conveniently clogged. The dispenser also serves as a lid.

Pharmacological effect

Oftan katakhrom has such useful properties:

• antiseptic effect;
• antioxidant effect;
• the effect of moisturizing;
• stimulation of restorative processes in the lens tissue;
• removal of inflammatory symptoms;
• active influence on metabolic processes occurring in the lens.

Such effects have the active substances that make up the eye drops:

1. Nicotinamide serves as a preventive component that prevents cataracts from developing, and if the disease is already progressing, its development slows down.
2. With free radicals, the component cytochrome C, which binds such particles and prevents destructive processes in the cornea and in the lens, is struggling. This substance helps to prevent the formation of opacities of the lens (which is the first and main sign of developing cataracts).
3. Expansion of the vessels of the eyeball occurs under the action of another component - adenosine, which increases the volume of blood passing through the vessels. Simultaneously, adenosine has an antioxidant effect, resulting in inflammation in the organs of vision becoming less pronounced or at all.

Even though the drug due to its active components can effectively fight cataracts. Eliminate the disease does not work, but rather you can slow it down for a certain time. Cataract can help to get rid of only a surgical operation, so, once again think, it is necessary to immediately eliminate the disease or spend money on its treatment.

Indications for use

Drops are prescribed for the prevention and treatment of cataracts of various origins.

Contraindications

The drug can be used for treatment only as prescribed by the doctor after a preliminary detailed examination. Before instillation of the solution, you should carefully read the attached instructions, since the medicine has a number of limitations and contraindications:

1. Pregnancy;
2. Individual hypersensitivity to the components included in the solution;
3. The age is up to 16 years, as there is no experience of use, and the safety of the drug for the child's body is not proven.

Use in pregnancy and lactation

Experience with the use of Oftan by catachrome is not sufficient among pregnant women and nursing mothers and the safety of the medication for the fetus or the baby is not proven.

If it is necessary to treat cataracts in a pregnant or lactating woman, the doctor should carefully evaluate the benefits to the mother and the possible risks to the child.

Dosage and route of administration

The instructions for use indicate that the therapeutic single dose of Oftan Kathahrom is 1-2 drops. The drug is given topically, multiply: three times a day.

Using Oftan Katachrom for the first time, it is necessary to turn the lid of the vial while pressing it down, and then open the vial.

Side effects

Ophthalmic side effects:

• itching and burning;
• pinching;
• irritation and redness of tissues;
• conjunctivitis;
• dermatitis.

Common reactions:

• nausea;
• increased blood pressure;
• dizziness;
• dyspnea;
• occurrence of heat;
• pain in the temples;
• fainting condition.

Such manifestations are extremely rare and are usually associated with the presence of contraindications.

Overdose

There are no clinical data on overdose by Oftan Kathakrom. However, the drug should not be swallowed, since the substances contained in it can cause poisoning. Such cases are rare, but were noted, patients had to do gastric lavage.

In all cases of discomfort in the application of Oftan Kathahroma, you should contact an ophthalmologist to find out the reasons and replace the drug or get other recommendations.

special instructions

During treatment, soft contact lenses should not be worn, since the preservative contained in the preparation may be deposited in them and have an adverse effect on eye tissues. Before instillation it is necessary to remove contact lenses, they should be installed again not earlier than in 15 minutes.

Patients who, after instillation of the drug, have a short-term eye irritation, should avoid driving vehicles, work with machinery, machines or any other equipment that requires good visual acuity, immediately after the application of eye drops.

Drug Interactions

There was no clinically significant interaction of Oftan-Catachrom with other drugs.

1. The combined use of Oftan Timolol with eye drops containing adrenaline can cause a dilated pupil.
2. Arterial hypotension and bradycardia can increase with simultaneous application of Ophthalmic Timolol with calcium antagonists, reserpine and systemic beta-blockers.
3. With the simultaneous use of eye drops containing epinephrine and pilocarpine, it is possible to increase the decrease in intraocular pressure of Oftan Timolol.
4. Interaction with other drugs is mainly due to the participation in the excretion of dexamethasone isoenzyme CYP3A4. Dexamethasone induces the isoenzyme CYP3A4, thus, reducing the effectiveness of calcium channel blockers, quinidine and erythromycin. In the usual topical regimen, the dose of the drug is not sufficient to induce induction or saturation of the liver enzymes.

Reviews

We picked up some feedback from people who used Oftan Drops by the Cathar:

1. Irina. My mother has been using the drops of Oftan Katachrom for several years already. They are good for her in the treatment of cataracts.
2. Anatoly. At the age of 58 years, the following were prescribed: eye drops Kataraks. Had already had a tablet type of diabetes-2. Took them a few years. Then he jumped on Oftan Katachrom. The effect of treatment is the same - no one in fact. Kataraks is not so caustic.
3. Olga. The symptoms appeared suddenly: redness of the eyes, blurriness of the image, fast fatigue. Have appointed a preparation. Course - 2 months. Three days later, there was a burning sensation in the eyes, which lasted until the drug was applied. A week later, I stopped using these drops. The burning sensation was gone. Not everyone is suitable for this medicine.

Analogues

There are no structural analogs to the active substance of the drug Oftan. Analogues on the curative effect (remedies for the treatment of senile cataract):

• Vita Iodurol;
• Vitafakol;
• Indocide;
• Quinax;
• Multimax;
• Naklof;
• Oftan Katachrom;
• Polivit Geriatric;
• Strix forte;
• Taufon;
• Focus.

Before using analogues, consult your doctor.

Storage conditions and shelf life

The drug should be stored out of the reach of children in a dark cool place in the original packaging. The shelf life of the drug is indicated on the box, after the end of its preparation can not be used for treatment.

The opened vial with a solution is recommended to be stored in the refrigerator no longer than 1 month, after each use carefully screwing the lid.

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