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Olscab is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Head Lice. Secondary and off-label uses of Olscab have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olscab. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olscab can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Olscab normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olscab is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Olscab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Olscab is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Epilepsy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Olscab have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Olscab may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Olscab is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Olscab 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 Olscab safe for pregnant women?
Olscab has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olscab without medical advice.
Is the use of Olscab safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Olscab. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Olscab on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Olscab on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olscab on the Liver?
Olscab can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Olscab on the Heart?
Side effects of Olscab rarely affect the heart.
Olscab 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 Olscab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olscab habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Olscab.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Olscab will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Olscab should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Olscab for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olscab
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Olscab together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olscab
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Olscab at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience