Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness. It is also used to relieve pain and fever.
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, weakness, headache, dryness in the mouth and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, weakness, headache, dryness in the mouth and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses of Okacet Total Tablet
Benefits of Okacet Total Tablet
In Treatment of Common cold
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.
This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
Side effects of Okacet Total Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Okacet Total
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Fatigue
How to use Okacet Total Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Okacet Total Tablet works
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Levocetirizine, Phenylephrine and Paracetamol, which relieves common cold symptoms.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
However, the use of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Okacet Total Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
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Quick tips
- Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
- Along with taking Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
- Steam inhalation.
- Gargling with warm saltwater.
- Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
- Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
- Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.
- Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
- Along with taking Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:Steam inhalation.
- Gargling with warm saltwater.
- Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
- Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
- Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.
- Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
- Along with taking Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:Steam inhalation.
- Gargling with warm saltwater.
- Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
- Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
- Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Okacet Total Tablet for?
Fever
50%
Others
25%
Nasal congest*
25%
*Nasal congestion (blocked nose)
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet?
Sleepiness
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Okacet Total Tablet?
Empty stomach
50%
With food
50%
Please rate Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Can the use of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or may cause you to fall asleep during your daily activities. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine.
Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet?
Serious side effects with Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet are uncommon and rare. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, unexplained bleeding, recurrent fevers or infections, vision disturbances, fast or irregular heartbeat. These side effects are uncommon but may be serious and may need urgent medical attention.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Are there any contraindications associated with use of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet?
It is not recommended to use Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), any underlying serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder, any history of stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). However, it can be taken if your doctor is aware of your conditions and advises you to take it. The use of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet should also be avoided if you are taking antidepressant drugs. These drugs, called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), may include phenelzine and isocarboxazid or tricyclic antidepressants like imipramine and amitriptyline.
Can I breastfeed while taking Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet?
No, you should not breastfeed while using Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet. This medicine can pass into your breast milk and may harm your baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Okacet Total 5mg/10mg/500mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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