Okacet Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. Okacet Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Okacet Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Okacet Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Okacet Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Okacet Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Okacet Tablet related warnings talks about Okacet Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Okacet Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Okacet Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Okacet Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Okacet Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Okacet Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Okacet Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Okacet Tablet is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Okacet Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Okacet Tablet on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Okacet Tablet on the Kidneys?
Okacet Tablet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Okacet Tablet on the Liver?
Okacet Tablet has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Okacet Tablet on the Heart?
Okacet Tablet is not harmful for the heart.
Okacet Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Okacet Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Okacet Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Okacet Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Okacet Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Okacet Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Okacet Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Okacet Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Okacet Tablet
Taking Okacet Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Okacet Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Okacet Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Take Okacet Tablet as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
There is no fixed rule to take this Medicine], this drug can be taken during any time of the day as per doctor's instructions. However, taking it in the evening is more advisable because this drug can cause sleepiness and drowsiness. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Okacet Tablet to prevent accidents and injuries.
Yes, Okacet Tablet can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
Yes, Okacet Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Okacet Tablet is a brand name of Cetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use
