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Octace, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Muscle Pain, Osteoarthritis. The alternative uses of Octace have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Octace depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Octace include Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Octace have been listed ahead. These side effects of Octace are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Octace's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Octace has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Octace related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders must refrain from the use of Octace since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Octace are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Octace have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Octace is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Octace 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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Is the use of Octace safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Octace. If you are pregnant, do not take Octace without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Octace safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Octace may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Octace should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Octace on the Kidneys?
Octace rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Octace on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Octace. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Octace on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Octace. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Octace should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Octace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Octace habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Octace has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Octace since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Octace is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Octace is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Octace
Taking Octace with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Octace
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Octace are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Octace is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patient's to take this drug unnessacarily without doctor's advise.
Octace works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
No, Octace cannot be taken with ibuprofen. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Octace cannot be taken with aspirin. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Take Octace as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204