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Oltaur is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Oltaur has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Oltaur depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oltaur side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Oltaur are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Oltaur has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oltaur has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oltaur related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oltaur since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oltaur contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Oltaur have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oltaur, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oltaur 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oltaur is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oltaur safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oltaur. It is best to stop taking Oltaur immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oltaur safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oltaur. If you see any side effects, stop taking Oltaur immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oltaur again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oltaur on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oltaur on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oltaur on the Liver?
Side effects of Oltaur rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oltaur on the Heart?
Oltaur is rarely harmful for the heart.
Oltaur 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 Oltaur unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oltaur habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oltaur has not been reported.
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 Oltaur can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oltaur is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Oltaur is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oltaur
Taking Oltaur with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oltaur
Taking alcohol with Oltaur can be dangerous.
Take Oltaur if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Do not take Oltaur along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Take Oltaur as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes Oltaur 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.
Oltaur 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience