Okacet Cold Total Tablet
About Okacet Cold Total Tablet
This medication is classified as a mild analgesic in combination with an anti-histamine and adrenergic receptor agonist. It is used to treat fever and most commonly used as a pain reliever. The tablet also helps against backache, headache and cold symptoms. It is safe to use this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
In rare cases, skin rashes, nausea, stomach pain and loss of appetite can occur. You should stop using this tablet if you experience an allergic reaction to it or notice other serious symptoms like dark urine, clay-colored stools or jaundice. Overdosing may result in liver failure.
What are the uses of Okacet Cold Total Tablet
Headache
Muscle Pain
Common Cold Symptoms
What are the contraindications of Okacet Cold Total Tablet ?
Analgesic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)
Key highlights of Okacet Cold Total Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect lasts for an average of 4-6 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within an hour of administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine should not be used during pregnancy.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is safe to use during breastfeeding.
What are the substitutes for Okacet Cold Total Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Okacet Cold Total Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet
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What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
You should take the missed dose as soon as possible.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Overdosage could cause harmful effects to the body.
How does this medication work?
The medication is a pain relief medication that is administered both orally and intravenously. It selectively inhibits enzyme function in the brain which allows it to treat pain and fever.
What are the interactions of Okacet Cold Total Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
N/A
You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine. Symptoms like fever, chills, rashes, joint pain and swelling, excessive weakness, nausea should be immediately reported to the doctor.Interaction with Disease
Alcoholism
This medicine should be used with extreme caution if you suffer from chronic alcoholism and impaired liver function.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
FAQs about Okacet Cold Total Tablet
Ques : What is Okacet Cold Total Tablet?
Ans : Okacet tablet is a medication which has paracetamol, phenylpropanolamine and cetirizine as active ingredients present in it.
Ques : What are the uses of Okacet Cold Total Tablet?
Ans : It is used for the treatment of post-immunization pyrexia, menstrual cramps and fever.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Okacet Cold Total Tablet?
Ans : Side effects include allergic reaction, gastric ulcers, fatigue and anemia.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Okacet Cold Total Tablet?
Ans : The medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.
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