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Olate is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Other than this, Olate has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olate. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Olate include Blurred vision, Cold hands. Some other side effects of Olate have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Olate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Olate has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Olate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olate related warnings section.
Olate can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olate in conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olate contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Olate with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Olate is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olate 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 Olate safe for pregnant women?
Olate has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olate without medical advice.
Is the use of Olate safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Olate. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Olate on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Olate on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olate on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Olate on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Olate on the Heart?
Olate is rarely harmful for the heart.
Olate 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 Olate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olate habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olate is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Olate can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Olate only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olate is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olate
Olate may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olate
Taking alcohol with Olate can be dangerous.
No, Olate should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because suddenly discontinuing of this drug can cause chest pain, irregular heartbeat, and heart attack. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Rarely, Olate causes joint pain. Its incident is not known. However, if you experience intense joint pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take some rest even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely, Olate causes hair loss (alopecia). However, the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown but it is presumed that it occurs because of thinning of the hairs which weakens their strength. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, sometimes Olate might cause cough reflex. It occurs due to bronchoconstrictive (narrowing of the airways) effect of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive coughing after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.
Yes, Olate is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as headache, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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