Okacet Tablet
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
Product Summary
Okacet 10 mg Tablet, from Cipla GX, contains cetirizine, an antihistamine used to treat allergic rhinitis and urticaria. It blocks histamine, a chemical involved in allergy reactions, reducing symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itching and raised itchy skin rashes.
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| Therapy | Anti-allergic |
| Composition | Cetirizine(10.0 Mg) Cetirizine 10.0 Mg |
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Okacet 10 tablets are an anti-allergy medication containing cetirizine, which helps relieve allergy symptoms. These symptoms can include a runny or stuffy nose, difficulty breathing, sneezing, itchy eyes, hives, and other allergic reactions. Okacet works by blocking the release of chemicals in your body that cause these allergic reactions.
Possible side effects of Okacet may include tiredness, diarrhea, nausea, dry mouth, dizziness, and headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.
Always take Okacet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended dosage. Your doctor may suggest taking Okacet at bedtime as it can cause drowsiness.
Avoid driving or operating machinery after taking Okacet as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness.
Before starting Okacet, inform your doctor about all your medical conditions, including any existing allergies, and all other medications or supplements you are currently taking. This is especially important if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Cetzine 10 tablet, Cetcip 10 tablet, Alerid 10 tablet, Zyrtec 10 tablet and Incid L tablet have cetirizine as the active substance.
Uses
- For the treatment of allergic rhinitis.
- For the treatment of chronic idiopathic urticaria.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to cetirizine or any ingredients in Okacet tablets.
- If you have a serious kidney-related disease.
- If you are allergic to hydroxyzine or to piperazine derivatives, which are chemically related to cetirizine.
Side effects
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
Precautions and Warnings
Alcohol
It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption along with this medicine, as it may worsen the side effects like drowsiness or dizziness.
Pregnancy
Okacet tablet should be used during pregnancy only after consulting your doctor, who can assess the benefits and potential risks. Do not take this medicine on your own during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Components of Okacet tablet pass into breast milk. Therefore, it is advised not to take this medicine while breastfeeding unless your doctor has prescribed this medicine.
Driving
Okacet tablet can cause sleepiness. Therefore, do not drive or operate machinery if you feel sleepy, dizzy or less alert after taking it.
Other General Warnings
- You have a kidney or urinary retention problem; you may need a lower dose of this medicine.
- You are suffering from fits or seizures (epilepsy).
- You are going to take any allergic skin test, as it may interfere with the diagnosis.
- You experience skin reactions such as swelling, itching, and redness immediately after you stop taking Okacet.
- You have difficulty passing urine, or an enlarged prostate.
- You are taking any other medicine that makes you drowsy, or any other antihistamine, including those inside cold and flu remedies.
- If your symptoms don't improve, or you need the medicine continuously for a long time, the cause is worth reviewing.
- If you are wheezing, breathless, or your chest feels tight. Okacet does not treat these symptoms; seek urgent medical attention.
Directions for use
- Take Okacet tablet whole with enough water, as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
- Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
- You can take it with or without food.
- Your doctor may suggest taking it in the evening, as it can cause drowsiness in some people.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, as you may need a reduced dose.
- If you are scheduled for an allergy skin test, ask the clinic whether and when to stop cetirizine. Do not follow a fixed washout period without their advice.
- The appropriate dose for children depends on their age and weight. Do not give a child the 10 mg tablet without checking the recommended dose with a doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Store in a cool and dry place, protected from sunlight.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
- Keep the tablets in the original strip until you take them, to protect them from moisture.
- Do not use them after the expiry date on the pack.
Quick tips
- Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Your doctor may recommend taking Okacet 10 tablet at bedtime, as it may cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Okacet 10 can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking Okacet Tablet.
- If you are having an allergy skin test, ask the clinic how long beforehand you need to stop Okacet. The required interval can vary.
- Okacet 10 treats allergies, not coughs, colds, or pain. If symptoms worsen or persist, consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.
- It is not a treatment for asthma or breathlessness. Wheezing, breathlessness, or chest tightness needs urgent medical attention.
- Avoid alcohol with it - the combination makes drowsiness considerably worse.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, as you may need a lower dose.
- Reducing exposure to the trigger can help manage allergy symptoms:: keep windows closed when pollen counts peak, shower and change clothes after being outdoors, and wash bedding in hot water if dust mites are the problem.
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References
- Cetirizine 10 mg Film-Coated Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 10 August 2022]
- Cetirizine 10 mg Film-Coated Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 10 August 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 10 August 2022]
- Portnoy JM, Dinakar C. Review of cetirizine hydrochloride for the treatment of allergic disorders. Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy. 2004 Jan 1;5(1):125-35.
- Del Cuvillo A, Sastre J, Montoro J, Jáuregui I, Ferrer M, Dávila I, Bartra J, Mullol J, Valero A. Use of antihistamines in pediatrics. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2007 Jan 1;17(Suppl 2):28-40.
- Drugs.com. Cetirizine [Internet]. 2024 [cited 30 December 2024]
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