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Oxitres is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Oxitres have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Oxitres is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Oxitres are Hypersensitivity, Stomach Upset. While these are the most often observed Oxitres side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Oxitres are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Oxitres has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Oxitres's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oxitres related warnings section.
Oxitres is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Heart Failure, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oxitres are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Oxitres may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Oxitres is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Oxitres 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.
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Is the use of Oxitres safe for pregnant women?
Oxitres can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Oxitres right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Oxitres safe during breastfeeding?
Oxitres can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Oxitres on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Oxitres on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxitres on the Liver?
Effects of Oxitres on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oxitres on the Heart?
Oxitres is not harmful for the heart.
Oxitres should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxitres unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxitres habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oxitres has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Oxitres does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Oxitres is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oxitres for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxitres
Taking Oxitres with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxitres
Taking Oxitres with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Rarely, Oxitres causes fever and chills. It is a rare side effect of the medicine. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try to take mild antipyretic medicine such as paracetamol even after this fever does not subsidise then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Oxitres should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Oxitres contains acetylcysteine which works as an antidote in case of paracetamol overdose. It is presumed that acetylcysteine reduces the extent of liver damage caused by the toxic levels of paracetamol. It protects the liver by maintaining or restoring the glutathione levels which is an antioxidant also by detoxifying paracetamol metabolite in our body. For excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases, Oxitres works as a mucolytic agent which softens the mucus and reduces its thickness that helps in clearing the air passage. thus providing relief to the patient from excessive mucus.
Yes, Oxitres is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as joint pain, itching, and rashes. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Take Oxitres as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid unpleasant side effects.
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; Cetylev(acetylcysteine)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 104-106