Omnitan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Omnitan have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Omnitan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Omnitan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Omnitan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Omnitan's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Omnitan related warnings talks about Omnitan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Omnitan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Omnitan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Omnitan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Omnitan 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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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Omnitan is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omnitan safe for pregnant women?
Omnitan shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Omnitan safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Omnitan for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Omnitan on the Kidneys?
Using Omnitan does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Omnitan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Omnitan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Omnitan on the Heart?
Omnitan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Omnitan 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 Omnitan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omnitan habit forming or addictive?
Omnitan does not cause addiction.
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 Omnitan can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Omnitan only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omnitan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omnitan
Omnitan may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnitan
Consuming Omnitan with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, you can use Omnitan along with hydrochlorothiazide, there is no side effects are seen if taken together. In fact, it gives beneficial effects, but it always recommended to take under medical supervision
Take Omnitan as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, you can use Omnitan along with amlodipine, there is no side effects are seen if taken together. In fact, it gives beneficial effects, but it always recommended to take under medical supervision
Take Omnitan once or twice a day as advised/prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of drugs from the stomach.
No, Omnitan should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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