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Okinawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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About Okikast FX Tablet

Okikast FX Tablet belongs to a class of medication called 'anti-allergic' medication primarily used to treat allergic symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose or watery eyes. An allergy is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance that is typically not harmful to your body. These foreign substances are known as ‘allergens.’ Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever, pollen or pet dander. One of the main symptoms of allergy is cough, and it acts as a reflex action in the throat when there is any mucus or foreign irritant entry into the respiratory system.

Okikast FX Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely Montelukast (leukotriene receptor antagonist) and Fexofenadine (antihistamine). Montelukast belongs to the class of leukotriene receptor antagonists that works by blocking the action of chemicals called leukotrienes that are released from the lungs causing inflammation (swelling) and increased mucus production in the airways. Thereby, reduces inflammation, mucus production and narrowing in the airways. Fexofenadine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness.

Take Okikast FX Tablet with or without food as prescribed by your doctor and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Okikast FX Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, headache, skin rash, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and fever. Most of these side effects of Okikast FX Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Okikast FX Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Okikast FX Tablet . Okikast FX Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you notice mood changes, causing depression, self-harming thoughts or aggressive behaviour while taking Okikast FX Tablet , please consult a doctor immediately. It is advised to maintain 2 hours gap between taking Okikast FX Tablet and indigestion remedies containing magnesium and aluminium as taking these medicines at the same time may reduce the absorption of Okikast FX Tablet . If you have Lapp lactase deficiency, galactose intolerance or glucose-galactose malabsorption, fits, kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Okikast FX Tablet .

Uses of Okikast FX Tablet

Allergic symptoms

Directions for Use

Take Okikast FX Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Okikast FX Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely Montelukast and Fexofenadine. Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that blocks the action of chemicals called leukotrienes that are released from lungs causing inflammation (swelling) and increased mucus production and in the airways. Thereby, reduces inflammation, mucus production and narrowing in the airways. Fexofenadine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drugs) that blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness.

Storage

Keep Okikast FX Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Okikast FX Tablet
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Okikast FX Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Okikast FX Tablet . Okikast FX Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Avoid alcohol consumption with Okikast FX Tablet as it may increase drowsiness. Drive only if you are alert as Okikast FX Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some people. If you notice mood changes, causing depression, self-harming thoughts, or aggressive behavior while taking Okikast FX Tablet , please consult a doctor immediately. It is advised to maintain 2 hours gap between taking Okikast FX Tablet and indigestion remedies containing magnesium and aluminium as taking these medicines at the same time may reduce the absorption of Okikast FX Tablet . If you have Lapp lactase deficiency, galactose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, fits, kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Okikast FX Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Okikast FX Tablet:
Coadministration of Rifapentine with Okikast FX Tablet may reduce the blood levels and effects of Okikast FX Tablet. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rifapentine with Okikast FX Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience increased side effects such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, earaches, runny nose, or behavior and mood changes consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Okikast FX Tablet:
Coadministration of Okikast FX Tablet and primidone can reduce the levels and effects of Okikast FX Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Okikast FX Tablet and Primidone together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Okikast FX Tablet:
Coadministration of Miconazole with Okikast FX Tablet may increase the blood levels and effects of Okikast FX Tablet. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between miconazole and Okikast FX Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough, stomach pain, diarrhea, earache, runny nose, or uncommon, depression, confusion, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, hallucinations, irritability. memory impairment, restlessness, sleep walking, Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Okikast FX Tablet:
Coadministration of Okikast FX Tablet and rifabutin can reduce the levels and effects of Rifabutin. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Okikast FX Tablet and rifabutin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience increased side effects such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, earache, runny nose, or behavior and mood changes consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Okikast FX Tablet:
Coadministration of Okikast FX Tablet and Phenytoin may reduce the blood levels and effects of Okikast FX Tablet. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Okikast FX Tablet and Phenytoin may interact with one another, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience signs such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, earache, runny nose, or behaviour and mood changes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevocetirizineEsketamine
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How does the drug interact with Okikast FX Tablet:
Using esketamine together with Okikast FX Tablet may increase side effects (drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking, judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Okikast FX Tablet with Esketamine together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Add ginger to foods or tea as it contains some anti-inflammatory compounds that can relax membranes in the airways and reduce cough, irritation, and swelling in nasal passages.
  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drink liquids at room temperature to get relief from a runny nose, cough, and sneezing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress.
  • 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 Okikast FX Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Skin rash
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Fever

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC

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FAQs

You are recommended to avoid taking fruit juices such as orange, apple or grapefruit with Okikast FX Tablet as they may reduce the effectiveness of Okikast FX Tablet .

No, Okikast FX Tablet is not used to treat asthma attacks. Okikast FX Tablet is used to prevent asthma, relieve asthma and allergic symptoms. Therefore, it is recommended to carry a rescue inhaler always to treat asthma attacks.

Yes, Okikast FX Tablet may cause drowsiness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Okikast FX Tablet to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Okikast FX Tablet .

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Okikast FX Tablet as it may cause Okikast FX Tablet overdose resulting in symptoms such as vomiting, thirst, headache, stomach pain, tiredness, dry mouth, drowsiness, dizziness and tiredness. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Okikast FX Tablet , please consult a doctor immediately.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Okikast FX Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Okikast FX Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Okikast FX Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • GEMFIBROZIL
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • KETOCONAZOLE

Disease/Condition Glossary

Allergy: It is a condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance that is typically not harmful to your body. These foreign substances are known as ‘allergens.’ Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever, pollen, or pet dander. One of the main symptoms of allergy is cough, and it acts as a reflex action in the throat when there is any mucus or foreign irritant entry into the respiratory system.

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Alcohol

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Avoid consumption of alcohol with Okikast FX Tablet as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Okikast FX Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Okikast FX Tablet in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Okikast FX Tablet is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Okikast FX Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Okikast FX Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Okikast FX Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Okikast FX Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

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Okikast FX Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

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