Olit Ct is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. The alternative uses of Olit Ct have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Olit Ct 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Olit Ct have been listed ahead. These side effects of Olit Ct are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olit Ct is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Olit Ct related warnings talks about Olit Ct's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olit Ct contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Olit Ct have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Olit Ct, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olit Ct 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olit Ct is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olit Ct safe for pregnant women?
Olit Ct has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Olit Ct safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Olit Ct. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Olit Ct on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Olit Ct on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olit Ct on the Liver?
Olit Ct may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Olit Ct on the Heart?
Olit Ct has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olit Ct 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 Olit Ct unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olit Ct habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olit Ct 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 Olit Ct can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Olit Ct should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Olit Ct in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Olit Ct
Taking Olit Ct with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olit Ct
Taking Olit Ct with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Olit Ct causes dizziness, if taken for a long time, for example, more than 1 year. If this medicine has been taken for a long time it can lower the magnesium level in the blood, which can cause dizziness. However, do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Olit Ct is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Olit Ct is a brand name for omeprazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called proton pump inhibitor. It is used for the treatment of erosive esophagitis, peptic and duodenal ulcer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is also used in combination with a certain antibiotic to prevent ulcer associated with H. pylori.
Yes, you can take Olit Ct with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Olit Ct is used to treat acid-related stomach problem. If gas is produced in the stomach due to excess acid, then it can be given to reduce excess acid production. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right medicines to treat excessive gas formation inside the stomach.
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