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Olin D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Olin D have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olin D. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Olin D also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Olin D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olin D are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Olin D has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Olin D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olin D related warnings section.
Olin D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olin D in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olin D contraindications section.
Besides this, Olin D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olin D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Olin D is used to treat the following -
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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Olin D safe for pregnant women?
Olin D has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olin D without medical advice.
Is the use of Olin D safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Olin D. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Olin D on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Olin D. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Olin D on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Olin D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Olin D on the Heart?
Use of Olin D may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Olin D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olin D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olin D habit forming or addictive?
Olin D does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Olin D
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Olin D together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olin D
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Olin D.
Olin D can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, long-term use of Olin D can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Olin D is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
It is recommended to avoid taking Olin D with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes Olin D is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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