Okacet L Tablet
10 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹78.23
₹57.11
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CIPLA LIMITED
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Levocetirizine(5.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Allergic rhinitis and skin allergy |
| Therapy | Anti-allergic |
| Side effects | Dry mouth, headache, drowsiness, sleep disorders, constipation |
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Medical Description
Okacet L tablet is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used for the treatment of allergic rhinitis & chronic urticaria (an allergic condition of the skin). This tablet relieves the symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing, a runny nose, watery eyes, itching and swelling of the skin. Okacet L tablet contains levocetirizine as its active ingredient. It should be taken as instructed by the doctor and in the correct doses, and for the exact duration as prescribed. Do not miss any dose or stop taking the Okacet L tablet on your own without consulting your doctor. You should complete the course on this medicine for the effective treatment of allergies. Before starting the treatment with Okacet L tablet, inform your doctor about all the past medical and medication history.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to levocetirizine or any other ingredient of Okacet l.
- If you have severe kidney/liver disease.
Side effects
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Somnolence/drowsiness
Precautions and Warnings
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Quick Tips
- Okacet L tablet is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used for the treatment of allergic rhinitis and urticaria.
- This tablet relieves the symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing, a runny nose, watery eyes, itching, and swelling of the skin.
- Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the exact dose and duration. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Because this tablet may cause sleepiness, your doctor may advise you to take it at bedtime.
- Before beginning this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, as well as your complete medical history. Also, tell the doctor about any other medications or supplements you use.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking Okacet L as it may increase drowsiness.
- This medicine may cause drowsiness, so it is best to avoid operating heavy machinery or driving while taking it.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to levocetirizine, cetirizine, similar medicinal products, or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- Okacet L tablets should not be given to children under the age of six.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medications that may interact with levocetirizine and increase the side effects are theophylline (used to treat lung and airway problems) and ritonavir (anti-HIV).
- Discuss it with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:OKACET L
Manufacturer Name:CIPLA LIMITED
Address:Pure & Cure Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. (A Subsidiary Of Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.) Plot No. 26A, 27-30, Sector-8A, Iie Sidcul Ranipur, Haridwar-249 403, Uttarakhand
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Okacet L 5 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
References:
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- Levocetirizine 5 mg film-coated tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- Potter PC, Study Group. Levocetirizine is effective for symptom relief including nasal congestion in adolescent and adult (PAR) sensitized to house dust mites. Allergy. 2003 Sep. [cited 2025 Jan 27].
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