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Composition :

CETIRIZINE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

NPPA :

Regulated

About Okacet Syrup

Okacet Syrup belongs to a class of drugs called anti-histamine or anti-allergic. It contains cetirizine, primarily used to treat various kinds of allergies. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

Okacet Syrup contains cetirizine (anti-histamine), which is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. Additionally, Okacet Syrup also treats hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), round-the-year dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis), and urticaria (swelling, redness, and itchiness of the skin). In short, it helps to relieve the discomfort and unpleasant symptoms that occur due to allergic conditions, like blocked/runny/itchy nose, red/watery eyes, and skin rashes.

Always take Okacet Syrup exactly as your doctor has prescribed you. Like all medicines, Okacet Syrup can cause some side effects; however, not everybody gets them. If you observe tiredness symptoms, feeling sleepy, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, sore throat, nausea, cold-like nose symptoms (in children), or diarrhoea (in children). In very rare cases, people might have thought about committing suicide. If you feel like this, stop the medicine and immediately contact your doctor.

You should not take the Okacet Syrup if you are allergic to cetirizine or have severe kidney failure (creatinine clearance less than 10 ml/min), urinary retention problem, and fructose intolerance. Do not give this medicine to children younger than six years of age. Check with your doctor if you are taking midodrine to treat low blood pressure and ritonavir for HIV infection. Let your doctor know if you are a pregnant woman or a nursing mother before taking Okacet Syrup; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Okacet Syrup or not.

Uses of Okacet Syrup

Common allergies, Hay fever, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Reactions to insect bites and stings, and skin rashes.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Oral Suspension/Syrup/Oral drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Okacet Syrup in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup/dropper provided by the pack.

Key Benefits

Okacet Syrup is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions.  Okacet Syrup is used to treat adults and children (aged two years and above) who have hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), round-the-year dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis), and urticaria (swelling, redness, and itchiness of the skin). In short, it helps to relieve the discomfort and unpleasant symptoms that occur due to allergic conditions, like blocked/runny/itchy nose, red/watery eyes, and skin rashes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while taking Okacet Syrup, consult your doctor. If you have kidney problems, dose adjustment might be required; the doctor will do it depending on your disease's condition. Please inform your doctor if you have a problem passing urine and have epilepsy (fits) before starting Okacet Syrup. If you are supposed to undergo skin testing, the doctor might advise you to stop taking Okacet Syrup 72 hours before the test as it decreases response to skin prick test. Patients should be cautioned against getting engaged in work which requires too much mental alertness, like operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle after intake of Okacet Syrup. Concurrent use of Okacet Syrup with alcohol or other antidepressants should be avoided as it can reduce your mental alertness. Patients should avoid taking over dosage of Okacet Syrup because of the increased risk of sleepiness and drowsiness at higher doses.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • Try to sleep 7-9 hours each night to stay fit and safe.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Side Effects of Okacet Syrup

  • Headaches
  • Dry mouth
  • Feeling sick
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[MISCELLANEOUS]

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Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. Okacet Syrup is a non-drowsy antihistamine that makes it less likely to make you sleepy than other antihistamines or antiallergics.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Okacet Syrup may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol, so intake should be avoided.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Okacet Syrup is generally safe to take in pregnancy. If you have concerns, discuss them with the doctor before taking Okacet Syrup.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Okacet Syrup should be used in breastfeeding mothers only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Please drive with caution; Okacet Syrup usually does not cause blurry vision, but it may affect driving ability in some.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Limited information was available for the use of Okacet Syrup in patients suffering from liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Okacet Syrup in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Okacet Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) with less than 10 mL/min creatinine clearance or patients undergoing hemodialysis should not take Okacet Syrup.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Generally, Okacet Syrup is not recommended for children below six years. The dose must be adjusted and guided by a child specialist in children above six years.

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