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Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. Other than this, Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT include Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Some other side effects of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT 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 Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT related warnings section.
Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT 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 Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Omnacortil in pregnant women.
Is the use of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?
Omnacortil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT on the Kidneys?
Omnacortil can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Omnacortil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT on the Heart?
Omnacortil can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT 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 Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT.
No, You should not discontinue Omnacortil on your own. It may cause some serious side effects if you suddenly stop taking this medication. You are recommended to consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine on your own.
Yes, Omnacortil can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful interaction or any change in side effects profile have been reported between them when they used together. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Take Omnacortil as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed duration as directed by a doctor.
Omnacortil is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. However, it is anti-inflammatory in nature which can help in the reducing swelling and pain due to inflammation.
Yes, Omnacortil can cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Orapred ODT® (prednisolone sodium phosphate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 872