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Oltas, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Oltas has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oltas. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Oltas also has some side effects, the most common being Upper respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Oltas side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oltas are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oltas is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Oltas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oltas can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oltas in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). The section on Oltas contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Oltas may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Oltas is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Oltas 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Oltas safe for pregnant women?
Oltas has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Oltas without medical advice.
Is the use of Oltas safe during breastfeeding?
Oltas has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Oltas on the Kidneys?
Oltas rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oltas on the Liver?
Side effects of Oltas rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oltas on the Heart?
Oltas has very mild side effects on the heart.
Oltas 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 Oltas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oltas habit forming or addictive?
Oltas does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oltas, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oltas can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Oltas only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oltas cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oltas
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Oltas to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oltas
Taking Oltas with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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