OPTIQMEGA

Overview

OPTIQMEGA is a Schedule H drug.
 
OPTIQMEGA is composed of: LYCOPENE (5000 MCG), PYRIDOXINE (3000 MCG), METHYLCOBALAMIN (1500 MCG), LEVOCARNITINE (500 MG), ALPHA LIPOIC ACID (100 MG), COENZYME Q10 (100 MG), EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID (90 MG), DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) (60 MG), BIOTIN (10 MCG), SELENIUM (7.5 MCG), ZINC (7.5 MG), FOLIC ACID (0.5 MG)
 
Lycopene is a common carotenoid compound found in fruits, vegetables, and green plants that is responsible for the red color of tomatoes. Other sources include apricot, cranberry, grapes, pink grapefruit, guava, papaya, peaches, and watermelon. Lycopene acts an antioxidant by fighting free radicals in the body. Due to its antioxidant property, it reduces the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
 
Pyridoxine is vitamin B6. Vitamins occur naturally in foods such as meat, poultry, nuts, whole grains, bananas, and avocados. Vitamin B6 is important for many processes in the body. Pyridoxine injection is also used to treat some types of seizure in babies. Pyridoxine taken by mouth (oral) is available without a prescription. Injectable pyridoxine must be given by a healthcare professional. It is important for the breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates from foods.
 
Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring substance that the body needs for energy. Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.
 
Biotin is a form of vitamin B found in foods. Biotin helps the body break down fats, carbohydrates, and other substances. Biotin has been used in alternative medicine as a likely effective aid in treating or preventing biotin deficiency. Biotin deficiency can be caused by malnutrition, rapid weight loss, long-term tube feeding, and other medical conditions. Biotin has also been used to treat seborrhea (skin rash) in babies. However, research has shown that biotin may not be effective in treating this condition. Other uses not proven with research have included treating brittle nails or thinning hair, diabetes, nerve pain, and other conditions.
Biotin provides essential nutrients.
 
Selenium is a mineral that is found in soil and occurs naturally in certain foods (such as whole grains, Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, and seafood). Selenium is not produced in the body, but it is needed for proper thyroid and immune system function. Selenium is used to treat or prevent selenium deficiency. Selenium has been used in alternative medicine as an aid to treat Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (an autoimmune disorder of the thyroid) and to treat high cholesterol. Selenium provides essential nutrients.
 
Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach. Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer. As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency. Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.

Usage

LYCOPENE is generally used to treat: Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Colon Cancer
PYRIDOXINE is generally used to treat: Vitamin B 6 Deficiency, Pediatric Febrile Seizures
LEVOCARNITINE is generally used to treat: Systemic Carnitine Deficiency
LEVOCARNITINE can address symptoms like Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion
BIOTIN is generally used to treat: Vitamin B Deficiency, Inborn Errors Of Metabolism, Hepatitis, Neuropathy, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Biotin Deficiency
BIOTIN can address symptoms like Hair Loss, Hallucinations
SELENIUM is generally used to treat: Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, Seborrhoeic Dermatitis, Tinea Versicolor
SELENIUM can address symptoms like Hair Loss, Weight Gain, Constipation, Fatigue (tiredness), Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Pale Skin, Muscle Stiffness, Joint Pain, Swollen Tongue, Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, Memory Problems
FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B Deficiency

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first
 
Q: Is it safe on my kidney? 
A: Not Safe
 
Q: Can I take it with alcohol? 
A: Not Safe
 
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month
 
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
 

How Do I Take It?

OPTIQMEGA is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for OPTIQMEGA and its Constituents

Avoid if allergic to lycopene or to any of its food sources, especially tomatoes. Tomato-based products are acidic and may irritate stomach ulcers.
  • You should not use pyridoxine if you have ever had an allergic reaction 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.
  • Do not Use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.
  • The liquid medicine can be taken alone or mixed with a beverage or soft food. Sip or eat the mixture slowly. Levocarnitine should be taken at evenly spaced intervals every 3 or 4 hours. This medicine works best if you take it with a meal or within 30 minutes after a meal.
  • While using levocarnitine, you may need frequent blood tests.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Avoid excess dose.
  • Take precautions during levocarnitine treatment as you may be at risk of bleeding. Do not take this drug if you are allergic to levocarnitine or any of its ingredients.
  • Do consult your doctor if you are receiving kidney dialysis as higher doses of biotin may be needed.
  • Do consult your doctor before taking biotin if you have, Kidney disease. Undergone stomach surgery. If you smoke.
  • Do inform your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting biotin supplementation.
  • Follow all directions on the product label and package.
  • Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
  • You should not use this product if you are allergic to biotin. Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice.
  • Do not use more of this product than is recommended on the label.
  • Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. You should not use this product if you are allergic to selenium.
  • Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding a baby.
  • Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice.
  • The recommended dietary allowance of selenium increases with age. Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions.
  • Do not take extra selenium to make up the missed dose.
  • Remove all jewelry; selenium may damage it.
  • Do not use this medication if your scalp is cut or scratched.
  • Stop using the lotion and contact your doctor if your condition worsens.
  • Using selenium long-term or at high doses may increase your risk of developing diabetes or other serious medical conditions. Ask your doctor about your specific risk.
  • Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
  • It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
  • You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid. Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Follow the directions on your prescription label.
  • Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with a history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems, and kidney dialysis.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PYRIDOXINE over-dosage can result in Hands Numbness, Feet Numbness
SELENIUM over-dosage can result in Bad Breath, Hair Loss, Restless Or Irritability, Nausea, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness)
FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty Concentrating

Common Side-Effects

LYCOPENE: Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Dyspepsia, Gas, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing
PYRIDOXINE: Nausea, Head Headache, Drowsiness, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Body Burning Sensation, Tightness
LEVOCARNITINE: Diarrhoea, Muscle Pain, Paresthesia, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Abdomen Discomfort, Dizziness, Eyes Change In Vision, Loss Of Appetite, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Weakness (generalized)
BIOTIN: Stomach Pain, Skin Rash
SELENIUM: Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Vomit, Hair Loss, Restless Or Irritability, Bad Breath, Lightheadedness, Easy Bleeding, Unusual Taste In Mouth
FOLIC ACID: Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

LYCOPENE: Mouth Ulcer, Bad Breath
LEVOCARNITINE: Blood Pressure, High, Rhabdomyolysis, Breathlessness, Depression, Hyperglycemia, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Head Headache
BIOTIN: Hives, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

LEVOCARNITINE: Skin Rash, Itchy Skin
FOLIC ACID: Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

FOLIC ACID can interfere with: Anemia

Technical Classification

LYCOPENE is categorized as HERBAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
PYRIDOXINE is categorized as VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCT
LEVOCARNITINE is categorized as NUTRACEUTICAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
BIOTIN is categorized as VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
SELENIUM is categorized as MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
FOLIC ACID is categorized as VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Prescription Statistics

The following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

 
Once Daily 86%
Morning 14%
 

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days 56%
30 Days 11%
14 Days 11%
60 Days 11%
180 Days 6%
 

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs 14%
18 to 35yrs 11%
35 to 50yrs 21%
50 to 60yrs 11%
60 to 70yrs 18%
70yrs and above 25%
 

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females 42%
 

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Cardiologist 70%
Oncologist 26%
Neurologist 4%
 

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

PAN D TAB 29%
FILLIF INJ 25%
PERINORM 10MG TAB 25%
ULTRACET TAB 25%
PARACETAMOL 500MG TAB 25%
UVDYNE M-WASH 25%
ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG 25%
IMIDIL CRM 25%
ASPARCAL TAB 25%
URSOCOL 450MG TAB 25%
EVION 400MG CAP 25%
ALSKAR CAP 25%
FOLVITE TAB 25%
UVIRON TAB 21%
NEURON CAP 21%
VITAMIN C 18%
LASIX TAB 40MG 18%
ROSUVAS 5MG TAB 14%
CARDIVAS CR 10MG TAB 14%
CALCIROL GRAN 14%
CLOPITAB 75MG TAB 11%
ACITROM TAB 11%
HUMINSULIN INJ 11%
MONTAIR LC 10MG TAB 11%
ACTORISE 200MG INJ 11%
GINGEVER CAP 11%
PANTOCID 40MG TAB 11%
ACTORISE 25MCG INJ 11%
 

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY) 46%
LFT (SCREENING) 21%
LIPID PROFILE (SCREENING) 21%
KFT (SCREENING) 18%
SGPT TEST (BIOCHEMISTRY) 18%
ECG (ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY) 18%
SGOT TEST (BIOCHEMISTRY) 18%
SERUM CREATININE (SEROLOGY) 18%
FBS (BIOCHEMISTRY) 14%
SERUM BILIRUBIN (SEROLOGY) 14%
BLOOD SUGAR (HEMATOLOGY) 14%
ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY (ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY) 11%
PPBS (BIOCHEMISTRY) 11%
 

Available Alternatives for OPTIQMEGA

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

OPTIQMEGA INR 1750 for 1 CAPSULE LYCOPENE 5000 MCG, PYRIDOXINE 3000 MCG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, LEVOCARNITINE 500 MG, ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 100 MG, L-ARGININE 100 MG, COENZYME Q10 100 MG, EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID 90 MG, DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) 60 MG, BIOTIN 10 MCG, SELENIUM 7.5 MCG, ZINC 7.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.5 MG